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How you perform in an interview will ultimately decide whether you secure a role

December 16, 2011

How you perform in an interview will ultimately decide whether you secure a role – so it’s important to prepare well. The following ‘common-sense’ tips provided by 26 Black Ltd will ensure that you ge




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(Free-Press-Release.com) December 16, 2011 -- Preparation is everything. Look closer at yourself and prepare to sale yourself to the interviewer, the common mistake is to over prepare on what you think they are looking for.
Ensure that you are clear on the following:

Your key achievements.
Your key strengths.
The key challenges you have experienced in your career to date.
What skills you would like to develop further.
Your professional aspirations.
Your personal goals.

On the day

It is important to be professional, polite and courteous throughout the interview. Remember that you are being assessed as soon as you arrive on site – so make a good impression with everyone you meet.

Other general tips include:

Dress in business dress regardless of the company dress code.
Turn up five to ten minutes before the meeting and don’t turn up too early.
Listen to questions and answer them as honestly as possible.
It’s not a good idea to over-prepare for interviews. Interviewers can sense 'stock answers'
Take each point in turn and ask for clarification if necessary.
If you don't know the answer, say so.
Never give one-word answers, such as "yes" and "no" – ensure you elaborate.

Make eye contact.
If you have questions prepare them for your interviewer rather than calling the reception for answers.
If there are multiple interviewers, give your attention equally.
Be sure to ask questions at the end of the interview.
Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol.


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  • Name: Amelia Best

    Company: 26 Black Ltd

    Telephone: 07843478920

    Email: ***@gmail.com


  • About the author

    I am the Administration manager at 26 Black Ltd



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