Interview Preparation

1. Before the Interview

• research the employer 

• find out what type of interview you should expect - a one on one interview, or that with a panel 

• ensure you know the address you are expected to conduct the interview 

• confirm the name(s) of the interviewer(s) you are to be meeting with 

• review your resume and any information you may have come across during your research 

• anticipate potential interview questions and prepare your answers; always expect the question you would least like to answer 

• prepare questions you would like to have answered about the company and the position 
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• allow plenty of time for your interview; you don't want to be so pressed for time that you rush the interview 

• ensure a business-like first impression 

2. Create a Good First Impression

• dress professionally 

• arrive 10-15 minutes early for the interview 

• smile and look confident 

• do not chew gum, drink coffee or smoke while interviewing 

• be pleasant, sincere and honest with everyone 

• when meeting the interviewer(s) for the first time, introduce yourself, make eye contact and shake hands firmly 

• sell yourself 

3. After the Interview

• be sure to write a thank-you note/letter to the interviewer(s)

• follow-up with the interviewer(s); you, or the interviewer(s) may have set a specific date for a follow-up call; phone them if that date has passed without any news 

• don't let up on your job search efforts until you have an offer in hand; keep on finding job leads and follow them through

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