Interview Preparation

Check the date, times and place of interview
Don`t be late! Plan your journey in advance and always allow yourself at least an extra half-hour. If you are running late, telephone ahead and explain the situation. Some people recommend calling the employer in advance just to confirm the date and time of the interview - this is also a good way of establishing a bit of rapport before the interview.

Dress appropriately
Suits and ties are on the decline in the workplace. Nevertheless, you should dress formally for a job interview. Even if the environment in which you will be working is casual, you need to show that you are making an effort. S mart clothes and grooming will make a good first impression on your interviewer. He or she will be looking at you for a while, so make sure you look your best!

Be prepared to demonstrate your strengths and weaknesses
The most popular interview questions revolve around your strengths and weaknesses. Before you go into the interview, make sure that you cannot just name your skills and abilities, but prove them with examples. Be prepared to tackle a question about your weaknesses too.

Research the organisation
If you go into an interview with a thorough understanding of the organisation, the industry in which it works, its priorities and future plans, you can only improve your chances of success. Search the Internet for the organisation`s website, or try to find some company literature, or speak to someone you know who works in the industry. Any information you find out will help you come across as knowledgeable and well prepared.