Practical Interview Tips

Premium People Recruitment Group have compiled this list of practical interview tips to help you prepare for your interview.

Double check the date, time and location of the interview and be familiar with the name and title of the interviewer.
Take your interview confirmation letter with you.

Prepare your interview outfit in advance - all of it.
Ensure your appearance is both smart and comfortable.

Familiarize yourself with the journey to the location, to ensure you arrive in plenty of time.
If driving, do a 'dummy run'. Anticipate delays, especially on unknown routes. Contact your interviewer swiftly if you are unavoidably delayed on the day.

Do not arrive over-laden with belongings!
Take any requested certificates, references etc, a spare CV and a notepad and pen. A mobile phone is always useful, but ensure it is turned OFF before arriving at your destination.

Be punctual for your meeting, but it is inadvisable to arrive more than half an hour early.
Leave yourself enough time to use the restroom and freshen up if necessary.

Remember that you start making an impression on your prospective employer the moment you arrive.
Be courteous to the receptionist and any other staff you may meet prior to your interview. Their opinion of you is often sought and may even have some influence on the final selection.