Handling Interviews
It's a fact that no matter how qualified you are to do the job, it's how you perform at an interview that will decide whether or not the job is yours. Here are some tips on how to handle the dreaded interview.
Be Prepared
Ensure you know who you are meeting, what their position is within the company and how to get there. If necessary, do a dry run before the interview.
Make sure you have researched the company and the role. There is no excuse for not looking at their website, and ensure you can demonstrate this knowledge to the interviewer.
Prepare appropriate questions for the interviewer.
Pay particular attention to how you look. It's a period in history where dress codes are generally more relaxed, but no assumptions should be made. First impressions still count so ensure that your outfit is smart but comfortable.
Make sure your mobile 'phone is switched off before entering the company building.
First Impressions Count
Your prospective new employer is sizing you up the moment you make contact and it's not just a smart appearance that makes a positive first impression; How you conduct yourself at reception on arrival may have an impact so remember to treat everyone with courtesy and respect at all times.
The Interview Process
Remember to be attentive and interested throughout.
Pay attention to eye contact (we appreciate at Clarity that our neurodivergent colleagues can find this difficult but not everyone is quite so aware). And smile and nod as you listen.
Make notes where appropriate although bear in mind that it can be disconcerting to an interviewer if you are scribbling throughout the process!
After the Interview
Call your Recruitment Consultant as soon as possible after the interview with your thoughts and feelings about how it went.