15 tips to help you shine at your job Interview

TIPS TO HELP YOU SHINE 15 AT YOUR JOB INTERVIEW | Research the company 2 If you can, research your interviewer too Make sure you know all about the company's product or service, their client or customer base, their mission statement and their values Finding out a little about your interviewer will make them seem more human, having an idea of who you're facing can do wonders for your nerves 3 Scrutinise the job description Look at the responsibilities What skills can you bring to the job? How do you relate to them? 5 Prepare a little spiel about yourself 4 Memorise your CV You're going to need to know your CV back to front and inside out so that you Have something prepared. Mention your education and career history and can predict any questions it might prompt end up with what you're looking for now 6 Prepare answers for some common questions What are your strengths/weaknesses? Why do you want the job?" "Tell us a little bit about yourself?" "What can you bring to the job?" 7 Practise your delivery 8 Dress to impress Show your interviewer that you're personable, articulate and confident. Professional work top Try mirroring your interviewer in terms of tone of voice Smart trousers 9 Think positive Smart/Comfortable şhoes Be positive about yourself and your capabilities Believe you can do it! It's better to be over-dressed than under-dressed 10 Watch your body language 11 Aim to be talking 50% of the time Uninterested? Our body language has a significant impact on the way you're perceived Be aware of your posture, make lots of eye contact, look alert and attentive Your interview is a two-way conversation, so try to extend your answers if you tend to give short ones Argumentative? Defensive? 12 Don't say anything negative Avoid saying anything that could sound critical of your previous employer or colleagues 13 Ask Questions 14 Enter confidently Ask the interviewer something about the role - Whether you'll receive any training, for example First impressions are everything. A smile and a firm handshake will make you appear confident, even if you're nervous 15 Breathe You're going to be fine! f in 89 www.lewispaige.com +44 (0)20 7871 9909 Lewis Paige