ProGrad Brisbane

This might sound obvious, but we still hear stories which indicate that not everyone is educated about how to behave in an interview!  Here are some tips for success in interviews…

• ALWAYS arrive early
• ALWAYS greet the receptionist in a friendly manner, every member of the team plays a part in recruitment
• ALWAYS build rapport prior to the interview
• ALWAYS shake hands with a firm grip.
• ALWAYS wait until you are offered a chair before sitting
• ALWAYS allow the interviewer to talk, let them lead the interview
• ALWAYS smile and hold yourself in a positive and confident manner
• ALWAYS hold good eye contact, and be careful not to drift off…
• ALWAYS perform the best you can and display a positive interest in the role you are being interviewed for
• ALWAYS ensure you smell fresh. (Be aware that to a non-smoker, the smell of cigarettes is strong, we’d recommend not smoking prior to an interview)
• ALWAYS use specific examples that demonstrate your ability to do the role
• ALWAYS avoid making any negative remarks about your present or former employers.
• ALWAYS avoid enquiring about salary, holidays, bonuses etc during the initial interview unless you are specifically asked!
• ALWAYS avoid asking about hours that you can expect to be working
• ALWAYS discuss your enthusiasm for a role, if you truly are passionate about it
• ALWAYS accept an offer for a tour around the office

Davinia