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Job interview skills

Interviews — 3 tips to get it right

1. Prepare

• Research the company
• Always ring for further information
• Prepare questions for the interview
• Know yourself and your aspirations
• Check the address and how to get there, do a practice run the day before if possible
• Confirm your interview time
• Use our video interview simulator,  Interview360 on CareerSuccess to practise your interview answers

2. Self-evaluate

• Consider your skills, values, interests and abilities. Employers like people who know themselves and are well-balanced
• Practice explaining why you want to work for your selected employer

3. Relax

• Try exercising or singing before the interview
• Try breathing exercises designed to help you relax
• Power pose

Good luck with your applications and don’t forget to access our Fact Sheets and Interview360 on CareerSuccess.

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