EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

Preparing for a job interview

#1: PREPARING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW

Interviews are still the most common tool that employers use when recruiting new staff.

So what ever type of jobs you apply for, you

will probably need to attend an interview!

#2: PREPARING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW

The most common type of interview is one to one, but you could also be faced with:

a panel of interviewers,

be interviewed by phone or even in a group!

Check this out before you arrive.

So what ever type of jobs you apply for, you

will probably need to attend an interview!

#3: PREPARING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW

Most of us dread the idea of interviews, but don’t worry, a bit of preparation will triple your chances of success!

Just follow the following tips.

#4: BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

Find out as much as you can about the

employer and the job – check out Career

Ideas for general information on the job.

Does the company have a website or

brochure?

#4: BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

Check whether you will need to do a presentation or sit any psychometric tests as part of the interview.

Re-read your application form or CV - focus

on your skills, experiences and what you can

offer the employer.

#6: BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

Read over the job description carefully - mark

any sections you want to know more about, so

that you can ask about them at the interview.

#7: BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

Think of the questions you might be asked and practise your answers - you could do

this in front of a mirror, so you can look at your body language e.g.

Why do you want this job?

What relevant experience do you have?

Name one of your weaknesses?

#8: BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

Prepare some questions that you would

like to ask the employer e.g.

What are the training do you offer?

How many hours would I need to work?

#9: BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

Plan how to get to the interview and how

long it will take. Decide what to wear, remember first impressions is best. Be smart but

comfortable.

Arrive early so you don’t have to rush. If you are late call and explain why.

#10: DURING THE INTERVIEW

Smile and look interested.

Give yourself time to think before you

answer questions.

Keep your answers simple and clear –

don’t waffle!

#11: DURING THE INTERVIEW

If you don’t understand a question, ask for it to be repeated.

Take a copy of relevant documents like your CV, application form or record of achievement so you can refer to them if

necessary.

#12: DURING THE INTERVIEW

Be yourself - the interviewer wants to

know who you are and how you would fit in.

Be confident and sell yourself - confident

people inspire confidence in others. If you feel confident and respect your own worth,

this will come across to the employer.

#13: DURING THE INTERVIEW

Remember your body language - keep eye

contact and don’t create barriers e.g. by folding your arms.

An interview is a two way process, so ask

at least one question. This shows you are interested and can use your initiative.

#14: AFTER THE INTERVIEW

Evaluate what went well and what you

could have done better.

Whether you are successful or not, ask the

employer for some feedback on your interview.

If you don’t succeed this time, don’t give up. You could be successful next time around!

CONCLUSION

Prepare well (dress, how long will it take

you to get to interview?).

Do some research into the company.

Anticipate key questions.

Prepare answers to anticipated questions.

Prepare questions to ask based on your

research.

Be yourself!!!!

THANK YOU

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