Before the interview

  • Research the company on the internet
  • Wherever possible obtain a copy of the job specification
  • Try to discover the job title of the interviewer and structure your answers accordingly
  • Make sure you know where you’re going and leave plenty of time
  • Take copies of your CV
  • Prepare some pertinent questions

During the interview

  • Dress conservatively in formal business attire
  • Greet the interviewer confidently
  • Make a point of remembering everyone’s name
  • Stay calm, you’ve done your preparation so there’s no need to be nervous
  • Listen carefully before making a considered response
  • Ask your prepared questions at the end