3. Before the interview
Know yourself
Be able to articulate YOUR
Skills
Values
Interests
Abilities
Long term plans
Be able to give examples of them
Find out your strengths and weaknesses.
4. Before the interview
Know the Company and Position
• Visit Company Website
• Meet employees
• Qualification & Experience for job.
5. Before the interview
Know your CV
Rehearse
Practice
tape recorder
mirror
video camera
friends, family
6. Before the interview
Dress Properly
• Be neat and clean from top to bottom.
• Little or no perfume.
9. During the interview
First Impressions.
• First impressions count!
• Be prompt. Arrive 15 minutes early.
• Shake hands (before and after the interview).
• Remain standing until you are asked to sit.
10. During the interview
Watch the Body Language
• Dress appropriately
• Entrance, introductions & handshake
• Shake the interviewers hand with a firm
handshake
• Smile and make eye contact
• Be aware of own movements
11. During the interview
Answering questions
• Don’t state any no’s or negatives.
• LISTEN.
• Be Honest and Truthful.
• React to interviewer.
12. During the interview
STAR Response
◦ S - situation
◦ T - task
◦ A - action
◦ R - result
13. During the interview
Ask your Questions.
• Training programs.
• Career development opportunities
• Types of projects & responsibilities
14. What creates a bad
impression
Poor personal appearance
Negative attitude –using excuses
Lack of interest and enthusiasm
Lack of preparation
Over emphasis on money/rewards
Lack of career plan
15. After the interview
Review own performance
Sending a thank-you note
Expect to hear within 7-10 work days