Interview Tips

Find out a bit about the company or industry to which you are applying. This shows knowledge and interest in the prospective employer and their business.

Dress appropriately - dress to the standard of the position or industry to which you are applying (be reasonable with this - if the standard is jeans and a t-shirt, wear slacks and a shirt).

Don’t talk about your bad feelings or give any excuses about a negative experience. Focus on expressing the positive facts and what you have learnt from your experiences.

You are likely to be asked to fill out some preliminary paperwork. Do so without complaint - complaining may indicate to a prospective employer that you may have trouble taking directions.

Answer any questions that the interviewer may have and do not use one word answers. Remember the interviewer wants to hear about your experiences and skills, so be prepared to talk confidently and honestly about yourself. That being said, make sure that you do not get off the topic and answer the questions with irrelevant information. If you find yourself rambling - stop!

What kind of work are you looking for? What are your strengths and weaknesses? If you can, do a trial run with a friend you are comfortable with - you'll be amazed how much of a difference this can make.

Remember it is an interview not an interrogation - it is simply a way for the interviewer to determine if you have the necessary skills to do the job. The interview is also an opportunity for you to determine if the position is right for you, so questions to the interviewer are encouraged.