Focus on these top interview tips to make sure you smash your next interview! They might sound simple, but so many people forget them.
- Make sure you arrive to your interview at least 15 minutes early
- Look smart and presentable – an ironed shirt goes a long way
- Shake the interviewer’s hand firmly, make eye contact and introduce yourself confidently
- For the men, keep your beard neat and tidy. For the ladies, make sure your hair is neatly tied up
- Remember to be polite and have good manners – ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ among others
- Maintain eye contact with your interviewer. It shows that you are listening to the person, and that respect them and what they say
- Always sit up straight – it shows you are paying attention
- Do you homework by researching the employer and the industry. Make sure you are prepared for any interview questions about the company
- Keep calm and relax. Take a deep breath. It helps to remind yourself that ‘you’ve got this’
- Upon completion, shake the interviewer’s hand, thank them, and tell them you look forward to hearing from them
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