In the Interview

Although no two interviews will ever be exactly the same, many of them will follow a very similar format. They often begin with some gentle 'warm up' questions, designed to help you to settle in and become as relaxed as possible. The main portion of the interview usually consists of a range of questions intended to test your suitability for the job, and how well you would fit in with the organisation. The final stage gives you an opportunity to ask your own questions and finishes with the interviewer closing the discussion with an indication of how the selection process will proceed; whether that will involve a second interview, a meeting with other staff members, or a letter telling you the result of the interview.

In this section, we look at how to behave during the interview, including advice on how to make that all important first impression, how to convey a positive image using body language and how to avoid making any of the classic interview mistakes that could cost you your dream job.

First Impressions

You only get one chance to make a good first impression ...

Positive Body Language

Communicating the right non-verbal signals can help you project a positive, enthusiastic and confident attitude during a job interview ...

Speaking Clearly

How you say something is sometimes more meaningful than what you say ...

Breaking the Ice

Find out how to settle into your job interview, with tips on getting comfortable and answering your first few questions ...

Tackling the Interview

Advice on how to handle the major part of the interview - the questions ...

Dealing with Poor Interviewers

What to do if your interviewer is nervous, disorganised, unprepared or aggressive ...

Interview Blunders to Avoid

How NOT to behave during your job interview ...

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