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Interview Tips
Prepare, Prepare, Prepare
- Do your research; Read through the company's website and network with people within the organisation (if you can) to gain an intimate knowledge about the company culture.
- Be Early; Turn up 10 minutes before the interview.
- Dress Code; Depending on the industry/job type, professional attire is advisable. Ask the HR team beforehand.
- Interview; Be confident, composed, smile and don't be afraid to let your personality shine through.
- Answering Questions;take a short pause and think about the question before you answer them. Don't be afraid to speak up if you need clarification on the question.
- Ask Questions;Have a list of at least three well-thought out questions and challenge yourself to ask something that no one else will think to ask.
Avoid Common Traps
- Being too friendly.
- Not listening to questions carefully.
- Saying "we" instead of referring to your own achievements.
- Making very general statements which lack substance.
- Being over enthusiastic.
- Being poorly prepared.
- Slouching, mumbling, speaking slowly.
- Knowing nothing about the company to whom you are talking.
- Making derogatory remarks about your present or former employers.