KEYS TO A GOOD JOB
INTERVIEW

1. GOOD PREPARATION
Research thoroughly
Prepare an informal opening and
closing statement
Write down three reasons why you
want the job

2. THE DAY BEFORE
Read your application form again
Check newspapers and the internet
for last minute developments

3. ON THE DAY OF THE
INTERVIEW
Dress to impress
Bring supplies
Be on time

4. DURING THE INTERVIEW
Shake hands
Make eye contact
Speak clearly

4. DURING THE INTERVIEW
Look interested
Ask questions
Be honest

4. DURING THE INTERVIEW
Be specific
Be positive
Thank them for their time

5. AFTER THE INTERVIEW
Send a thank you letter within 24
hours after your interview

THE INTERVIEWER WILL TRY TO
DETERMINE IF YOU ARE…
Achiever
Easy Going
Productive
Dependable

THE INTERVIEWER WILL TRY TO
DETERMINE IF YOU ARE…
Self-starter
Stable
Contributor

THE INTERVIEWER WILL TRY TO
DETERMINE IF YOU ARE…
Quick learner
Responsible

THE INTERVIEWER WILL
ASSESS YOU ON YOUR…
Personal appearance
Demeanor
Ability to answer

TIPS TO REMEMBER
Avoid too much perfume
Don’t wear too much jewelry
Use little make-up

TIPS TO REMEMBER
Don’t chew gum
Don’t smoke
Don’t sit on a chair until you are
asked to do so

TIPS TO REMEMBER
Don’t slouch
Don’t accept coffee or any drink
Don’t try to dominate the interview

Follow all these tips
and you’ll succeed
at your job interview 