Interview TipsTo increase your chances of performing well at interview, Avant suggests that you prepare and increase your confidence and ability to sell yourself.
PresentationEnsure that you present yourself in a tidy and professional manner. A good guide is to always dress as you would expect your manager to dress. If you are not sure, it is best to dress up, rather than dress down. Body LanguageYour body language also contributes towards that impression you give to the interviewer. Shake hands confidently and professionally at the start and at the finish of the interview. Maintain eye contact when communicating. Lastly - don't forget to smile! Know your InterviewerThe interviewer already knows all about you from your resume and it is equally important for you to know all about your potential employer. Find out about their area of operations or business, what kind of section you will be working in and what will be expected of you as an employee of the organisation. Preparing for Interview QuestionsYou should read over the job specifications and gain a full understanding of what kind of questions the interviewer may ask you regarding the role. Be prepared for the "Tell me something about yourself" question, with a short professional answer, briefly summarising your recent career experience. Behavioural based questions require you to provide specific examples of your working experiences, outlining your role and what you achieved. Have a few relevant examples up your sleeve in preparation for your interview. PunctualityEnsure that you know exactly where and when to be at the interview and who you will be interviewed by. You are forming a first and lasting impression on the interviewer, so it is important that you are not late (or flustered because you had trouble finding the location). |
