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Preparation for the Interview

How well do you do at interviews?

It is essential that you perform your best at that all important face-to-face meeting with your prospective employer.

Interviews can be very nerve-wracking. However, you should always remember that the client is already interested in you as a potential employee, since they have seen your CV - the hardest bit is over!

And now here are a few tips that might help you to do your best in an interview and also make the interview process a little easier!

• Always find out well in advance exactly where the interview is, and how to get there. You can use: www.thetube.com www.streetmap.co.uk or use the AA route planner at www.theaa.com/getaway

• Double check the address and directions. Look up the correct tube, bus, BR connections and timetables, and check and allow for any delays.

• Be clear for which position you are being interviewed and, if possible, do some research about your future employer; it shows you are keen and will add to your confidence. If you are applying through The Graduate Recruitment Company you will receive a thorough briefing

• Make every effort with your personal presentation and always look very smart - a suit is usually the appropriate dress for most positions.

• Make sure you have a copy of your CV and references to give to the interviewer (it's a good idea to take these in a folder so they are kept neat and tidy).

• If you cannot attend the interview, call immediately to give as much notice as possible and a more appropriate date and time can be scheduled. Don't just fail to turn up - whatever the reason - at least call.

• Aim to arrive 5-10 minutes early, but no earlier; it can be annoying and leave you 'stewing' for too long. If you arrive too early, have a coffee somewhere. Don't be put-off by the outside of a company's building: appearances can be deceiving.

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