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Every job applicant waits for a phone call summoning him or her to an interview. In an interview, a candidate for a job meets with the company or recruitment agency that has the job opening. Being called for an interview means that you might be a strong candidate for a job; the interview is when the company learns more about the applicant, to determine whether the applicant may be suitable for the job.
Be Prepared
One of the most important things to make the best impression at an interview is to be prepared.
- Learn what you can about the company in advance, by checking their Website, reading any available information, even seeing if there are any articles about them in industry journalism. Don't be afraid to request details on the position you are interviewing for or company literature from your prospective employer.
- Make sure that you have the correct time and directions to the interview location; and that you have plenty of time to get to the interview ahead of time - allow for time to find a park etc. Being late to an interview, or missing the interview time, makes a poor impression.
- Think of questions you may be asked, and questions you should ask in the interview.
- Think about your strengths and weaknesses and be ready to promote yourself when able to; don't oversell yourself, but show the interviewer that you are confident in your own abilities.
- It's an interview basic to dress well, in a tidy suit, and to make sure that you are fresh and well groomed. First impressions are vital.
- Bring a copy of your CV, a pen to fill out forms, and, if relevant, samples of your work.
- Turn your cell phone off - it is an inappropriate interruption.
- Do not express disapproval of your current or previous employer's. Keep that information to yourself and be careful not to criticise past or present managers.
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