Preparing for your interview is a critical step in your job search process. Take a look through our top 9 tips for preparing for your interview.
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Our top 9 Tips for interview preparation!
Evaluate
- Assess strengths & weaknesses
- Consider your achievements
Research the company and position
- Draw from resources such, Linkedin and Glassdoor
- Consider reaching out to your network to obtain further information on the organisation
- LinkedIn is a great tool to initially ‘get to know” your Interviewer
Prepare Some “smart” Questions
- Compile a list of questions to potentially weave into the conversation
Review your resume
- Understand the characteristics of the job you are applying to
- This will assist in highlighting your skills and experience
Practice
- Practice and role playing may feel a bit silly, however this will help you feel less nervous discussion the same topics during your interview
Confirm interview details
- Confirm date, time and location
- Take in account drive time, traffic and signing in at Reception
- Plan to arrive early
Bring a copy of your resume
- Even though the interviewer may already have a copy, be prepared
- Take along personal Identification (AU drivers’ licence OR Passport)
Dress for your interview
- Put thought into what you will wear to your interview
- This will place an impression on your future employer
Follow up
- Within 24 hours of your interview, send an e-mail to the interviewer thanking them for their time
- You are welcome to restate your interest in the position
- Check out our tips on how to follow up on your interview
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So you’ve landed yourself a job interview – well done! While you’re one step closer to a chance at a new job, a job interview can also be very nerve-racking. The aim is to come prepared so you’re confident with every question that’s thrown at you.
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How do you stand out from the crowd and convince the people interviewing you that you’re an irreplaceable asset to the team? Fear not! Here are some ways you can ace your next interview.
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How do you stand out from the crowd and convince the people interviewing you that you’re Preparing for an interview might seem intimidating, but there are several steps you can take to prepare yourself for a successful interview. In this article, we create an interviewing prep checklist with 11 items.
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