sampleResumetemplates

Preparation:

• Know where the interview will take place
• Read vacancy details, employer's literature - what they are and what they want
• Re-read your CV/application form
• Work out a strategy for dealing with stress
• Rehearse interview
• Prepare questions to ask and to be asked

Good First Impressions:

• Arrive in good time
• Smile
• Make a good entrance
• Body language - handshake, posture, eye contact
• Read company materials while you wait.
• Have a firm handshake.

The Interview:

• Listen
• Be yourself
• Be prepared to talk - but not too much
• Smile, nod, give nonverbal feedback to the interviewer.
• Be interesting
• Illustrate your answers with examples
• Be honest
• Don't be afraid to ask for clarification
• Be ready to sell yourself
• Ask about the next step in the process.
• Thank the interviewer.
• Write a thank-you letter to anyone you have spoken to.