Interview Tips

Questions to prepare with:

• What are your strengths and weaknesses?
• How would you describe yourself?
• What can you bring to the company?
• What is your most proud achievement?
• Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?

Top Tips for the Interview

• Do not assume anything. Ensure you talk about information on your CV.
• Take time to think about your answer before your answer, ask for clarification if you don’t understand the question.
• Expand on an answer – never answer a question yes or no.
• The interview is an opportunity for you to sell yourself and impress – don’t hold back, back up skills with examples.
• Be positive, don’t complain about your previous role or the company, it won’t bode well with the new organisation.
• In terms of your manner and body language, try to ensure the following - be confident, positive and look directly at the interviewer when you talk and listen, speak clearly, be enthusiastic
• Express a keen interest in the position, keep to the point and be concise. Always ask questions to wrap up the interview.
• Follow up with a letter/email thanking them for their time and the opportunity.