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Managing the job interview
Preparation
Attending an interview can be daunting at the best of times, whether it's your first interview or whether you have attended several before its not uncommon to be nervous or apprehensive. We have put together this basic guide that we hope will help you prepare for and present yourself in the best possible light to your potential new employer ...
90% of people who go for an interview do so without sufficient preparation.
Be one of the 10% who do prepare thoroughly and give yourself a big advantage over the others.
When anyone attends an interview they are being judged not only on their qualifications and experience but also on how they present themselves and the impact made on the interviewer.
It is a fact that people who are less experienced but are better prepared will have a far higher chance of securing the job.
Useful Tips on preparation
- Get as much information as possible about the Company that you are visiting.
- Prepare as many questions as possible to ask about the company, the role etc.
- Put together a personal presenter:
- A copy of your current cv
- Industry & education certificates
- Mentions in despatches
- Internal or external letters of praise
- Other accolades
- Performance league tables
- Commission tables
- Copy payslips or P60's
- Other validation of earnings
- Internal magazine articles mentioning you.
- Appraisal or review reports
- And any other documentation which shows you in a good light and as an achiever in life!
- Think about questions you are likely to be asked and prepare thoughtful responses.
- Make sure you know exactly where the interview is and how to get there. Leave plenty of time.
- Review your Strengths & Weaknesses.
- Convert your strengths into benefits to the company - people buy benefits!
- Think about how you control your weaknesses? What have you done to overcome any weaknesses and develop your skills?
- Use all your skills as a Salesperson to sell the product ....... YOURSELF!
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Interview Tips
