These two
essential ingredients are interlinked. Good preparation instils confidence.
So the basic approach to an interview is to be well prepared. This means two
things - preparing yourself practically for the interview, and gathering
knowledge and information you can draw on during the interview.
Be sure you know the time, date
and location of the interview and name of interviewee where appropriate.
Check out how you will get to
the location, and when you need to set off to be there in good time - do a
dummy run if necessary. Plan to get there no earlier than half an hour
before the interview time, anticipate delays.
Have what you are going to wear
ready in advance - everything down to your underwear.
Do not go to the interview
laden down with baggage - psychological as well as physical. Take the bare
minimum of belongings necessary. Concentrate on the interview at the
interview - nothing else.
If you are asked to bring
certificates, references etc, get them ready before the day. Take your
interview letter.
On arrival ensure the
receptionist knows you are there, visit the toilets to tidy up etc.
If you are well organised and have planned
for the day your confidence will increase.
