Interview Tips

Tips for Online Interviewing

If you don’t say it, they can’t mark it

If you don’t mention something at interview they often can’t give you credit for the skill or experience they’re testing you for – even if it’s on your application form or they know you personally. So – say everything out … Continue reading →

Category: Interviews

Assume they haven’t read it

Often those interviewing haven’t read your application or anything about you because someone else did the shortlisting. Behave as if they know nothing about you and… if you don’t say it out loud – you won’t get that tick on … Continue reading →

Always ask for feedback

One of your questions at interview should be “who can I ask for feedback from this please? (regardless of the outcome)” Continue reading →

Telephone Interview

If they ring and catch you unawares then ask to reschedule Continue reading →

Stand out!

Have something with a distinct colour so that when the interviewer is trying to recall candidates afterwards they have something easy to remember you by. E.g. tie, pen, brooch, handbag. Presentation? Have a memorable USB stick… mine’s an airplane that … Continue reading →