30/07/2018
Interviewing this week? Feeling nervous?
Whether you are applying for your first job or have many years' of experience, everyone is bound to be nervous in an interview situation, but there are a number of things you can do to prepare:
1) Do your homework - a good understanding of what the business do, their products and their plans will give you confidence and open up talking points early in the meeting. Go the extra mile and do some research on the person interviewing you to build that early rapport.
2) Ask questions - the best interviews are always a 2 way conversation, it should be as much about you assessing whether the business are right for you as the other way around. Asking good questions at the end of the process will leave your interviewer feeling that they have just met someone who is genuinely interested, enthusiastic and bought in to the company.
3) Believe! - so many people won't get a role before they have even walked in the room. Have belief in yourself and what you can do and try and go into the meeting with the intention that you will be securing the position. Remember its not always about being perfect with the content of your answers - delivery, confidence and body language go a long way!
4) Don't neglect the basics - Time keeping, presentation and follow ups are hugely important. Plan your journey before you leave so you can get there in plenty of time. A good time to arrive for the interview is about 10 minutes before it is due to start, any longer and you may disrupt any prior meetings your interviewer may have, any less and it is cutting it fine. It is always good to send a follow up email following an interview thanking the person for their time and re-iterating your interest in the role.
Best of luck to everyone interviewing this week, if you are looking for a new role, please check out the latest vacancies on our our website.
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