Interview preparation

The key to successful performance at an interview is preparation.

Research and rehearse!

Devote time prior to any interview to the following:

find out all you can about the industry, the organisation and the job role. Use the internet, newspapers, related publications and personal contacts to assist you.
reflect on your skills and past achievements. Employers expect candidates to know what they have to offer and to provide evidence of their value to the organisation and role.
research best practice interview techniques and attend careers centre interview workshops.
rehearse answers to commonly asked interview questions.

Ensure everything about your appearance reflects your professionalism and attention to detail, i.e. clean suit, polished shoes, neat hair and nails.
Be on time, and make sure your mobile phone is turned off.
Prepare some well thought out questions to ask the interviewer that help to demonstrate your interest in the role and your initiative.