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PRELUDE |
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Find Exact Location to save delays - it's a good idea to do
a 'dry run' a couple of days before the interview. At least
this way you will know exactly where you are going and how
long it will take you to get there.
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Arrive
5 minutes before appointment. |
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Arrive
unflustered and calm. |
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Know
your CV thoroughly, be able to explain any gaps. |
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Research
the employer/company - try the internet, most companies have
their own website. |
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GREETING |
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Smile
- you're never fully dressed without it. |
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Shake
hands firmly. |
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Make
eye contact and maintain eye contact. |
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Greet
the person by name - Mr./Ms./Mrs./Dr. etc. (unless introduced
otherwise). |
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Remain
standing until instructed otherwise - when seated, sit up
straight, and place both feet on floor. |
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PRESENTATION |
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Dress
for the occasion - formal tidy dress is safe. |
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Wear
light clothes that fit comfortably. |
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Avoid
strong breath - garlic, smoking etc. |
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Avoid
overpowering aftershave/perfume. |
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Make
sure you turn off your mobile phone. |
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BODY
LANGUAGE |
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Avoid
a 'slapdash' attitude. |
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Sit
up straight and make regular eye contact. |
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Avoid
flicking your hair, scratching your head etc. |
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Try
not to speak with your hands, this can be quite distracting.
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Attending
interview for a job you do not really want, will be obvious
and may damage your career later. |
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