Interview Advice

Interviewing Tips:

• How old is the company?
• What products or services do they offer?
• Where are their offices located?
• What level of growth has the company enjoyed in the past, and what can it expect for the future?

3. Prepare questions to ask during the interview. Remember that an interview is a 'two-way street'. The employer will try to determine through questioning if you have relevant skills and qualifications necessary to do the job. You must determine through questioning whether the company will give you the opportunity for the growth and development you seek.

4. Make sure you arrive to the interview at least a few minute early. Later arrival for a job interview is never excusable.

5. Wait until you are offered a chair before sitting. Sit upright in your chair. Look alert and interested at all times. Be a good listener as well as a good talker. Smile....

6. Ensure you look a prospective employer in the eye while you talk to him/her.

7. Don't lie. Answer questions truthfully and frankly. Try to keep 'to the point' as much as possible.

8. Don't ever make derogatory remarks about your present or former employers or companies.

9. Be cautious when enquiring about benefits such as salary, vacations, bonuses and pensions on the initial interview. If you feel you’re enjoying a good relationship with the interviewer and they are interested in hiring you, approach the subject if it’s important to you.

10. If you are interested in the position, ask for it, or ask for the next interview if the situation demands. Don't be too discouraged if no definite offer is made, the employer will probably want to communicate with his/her office first, or interview more candidates before making a decision. Thank the employer for his/her time and his/her consideration of you.