The document provides tips for various stages of the job interview process including preparation, attire, starting the interview, common interview questions, follow up, and dos and don'ts. It advises researching the employer, preparing answers about yourself, wearing appropriate professional attire, arriving early, maintaining eye contact and a firm handshake, asking relevant questions, and sending a thank you note after the interview.

3. BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
• Research the potential employer
• Review the job description and be able to match
your experience and education with the duties
of the position
• Prepare a 1 to 2 minute script about yourself
• Make sure you have the appropriate interview
attire

4. TIPS REGARDING ATTIRE (MEN)
• If possible, wear a suit to the interview
• Belt and shoes should be same color
• Avoid ties with elaborate patterns or too many
colors
• A wedding ring and/or watch is generally the
only jewelry that should be worn
• Head to Toe: Hair should be well groomed
and shoes should be polished

5. Who Would You Hire?

6. Tips Regarding Attire (Women)
• A suit or dress is preferable
• Skirts should meet at the top of the knee or
longer
• The amount of jewelry should be minimized
• Make-up should be light
• Avoid perfumes and scented powders

7. Traditional Look, But Not For An Interview

8. Stylish, And Ready To Interview

9. STARTING THE INTERVIEW
 Be sure to arrive 10 to 15
minutes prior to the start
of the interview
 Greet the interviewer
with a firm handshake
 Maintain good eye
contact and posture
 Make sure you are
energetic & enthusiastic
 Speak clearly and
articulate

10. Standard Interview Questions
• Would you tell me about yourself?
• What is your greatest strength?
• What is your greatest weakness?
• Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
• What about this position do you find most
appealing?
• Why do you want to work for our company?
• Why should we hire you?

11. BEHAVIOUR-BASED QUESTIONS
 Can you describe the most
valuable criticism you have
received and what you did with
it?
 Can you tell me about an event
that really challenged you?
 Can you give me an example of a
project that required attention to
detail and how you handled the
details?
 Can you tell me about a difficult
person with whom you have
worked?
 Can you describe the supervisor
that you have liked the least?

12. Questions To Ask The Employer
• What kind of training will I receive?
• What type of advancement opportunities are
available with your organization?
• What is your time table for the remainder of the
hiring process?
Note: Ask questions that demonstrate your
knowledge of their company!

13. Follow-Up
 Be sure to send a “thank
you” after you have
interviewed
 A hand-written card is
preferred
 If you feel you have poor
handwriting, then a
typed letter may be a
better option
 Mail the card or letter on
the same day as your
interview

14. Interview Techniques: Do’s & Don’ts

15.  Plan your journey so you arrive early
 Know who to ask for when you arrive
 Research the company and what they do!
 Take your C.V., record of achievement and
any certificates

16.  Think about personal hygiene:
Clean, smart clothes
Clean body, hair and teeth!
 Speak clearly and give detailed answers to the
interviewers questions
 Keep tattoos hidden and jewellery to a minimum
 Smile!

18. Use your phone in the interview
Switch it OFF completely
Don’t just put it on silent
Smoke or eat strong foods before the
interview
- no smoking or bad breath smells

19.  Don’t use Chew gum
 Use inappropriate language or swear
 Just say ‘yes’, ‘no’, ‘don’t know’ or
shrug!
 Wear trainers, caps or too much
make-up
 Stay up late or go out the night
before
 Worry or panic – we are here to help
you prepare for your interview

22. It's about demonstrating confidence:
standing straight, making eye contact and
connecting with a firm handshake. That
first nonverbal impression can be a great
beginning—or quick ending—to your interview.

25.  Today's casual dress codes do not give you
permission to dress as "they" do when you
interview.
 It is important to know what to wear to an
interview and to be well-groomed.
 Whether you wear a suit or something less
formal depends on the company culture and
the position you are seeking.
 If possible, call to find out about the company
dress code before the interview.

29.  From the very beginning of the interview,
your interviewer is giving you information,
either directly or indirectly. If you are not
hearing it, you are missing a major
opportunity.
 Good communication skills include listening
and letting the person know you heard what
was said. Observe your interviewer, and
match that style and pace.

30.  Telling the interviewer more than he needs
to know could be a fatal mistake.
 When you have not prepared ahead of
time, you may ramble when answering
interview questions, sometimes talking
yourself right out of the job.

31.  Prepare for the interview by reading
through the job posting, matching your
skills with the position's requirements and
relating only that information.

32.  The interview is a professional meeting to talk
business. This is not about making a new
friend. Your level of familiarity should mimic
the interviewer's demeanor.
 It is important to bring energy and
enthusiasm to the interview and to ask
questions, but do not overstep your place as a
candidate looking for a job.

33.  Use professional language during the
interview.
 Be aware of any inappropriate slang words or
references to age, race, religion, politics
orientation—these topics could send you out
the door very quickly.

34.  Attitude plays a key role in your interview
success.
 There is a fine balance between confidence,
professionalism and modesty.
 Even if you're putting on a performance to
demonstrate your ability, overconfidence is as
bad, if not worse, as being too reserved.

37.  When interviewers ask for an example of a
time when you did something, they are
asking behavioural interview questions,
which are designed to elicit a sample of your
past behaviour.
 If you fail to relate a specific example, you
not only don't answer the question, but you
also miss an opportunity to prove your ability
and talk about your skills.

39.  When asked if they have any questions, most
candidates answer, "No." Wrong answer.
 Part of knowing how to interview is being
ready to ask questions that demonstrate an
interest in what goes on in the company.
 Asking questions also gives you the
opportunity to find out if this is the right
place for you. The best questions come from
listening to what you're asked during the
interview and asking for
additional information.

40.  “Please, please hire me" approach, you
appear desperate and less confident.

41.  Reflect the three Cs during the interview:
 Cool,
 Calm
 Confidence.
 You can do the job; make sure the interviewer
believes you can, too.