Interview Preparation

JOB INTERVIEW PREPARATION
Preparing for Your Interview
Review all of the information you have about the position.
If you are working with a headhunter or recruiter, ask all the questions you want before you arrive.
Learn all you can about potential employer.
 Get a copy of the company's annual report and read it.
 Visit the company's web-site on your PC or at your public library. This will be your most up to date view of the company.
 Be prepared to discuss the company's competitive environment; if possible get copies of the competition's company materials as well.
 Assess what the company's major challenges are and how you can help them
 Contact anyone that may have an "insider's" view of the company to glean more about the company's personality
 Read as much about the company's products as possible
Identify the qualifications that the company is seeking with this job hire
 Understand the functions of the specific job.
 Attempt to speak with someone who might have a similar position
 Be prepared to show how your background has prepared you for these specific requirements
 Prepare Illustrative stories to highlight your strengths
 Tie these anecdotal stories to what is on your resume and how they apply to the job responsibility.
 Be prepared to discuss your management style and personal style Other Other Other Other

 Anticipate the questions you are likely to be asked (review the most common question checklist)
 Wear clothing in which you feel comfortable and confident.
 Ensure that you leave plenty of time to get to your appointment.
 Check your appearance
 Bring additional copies of resume
 Pen & notepad (for post interview review)
During
 Many questions seem like they might require simple yes or no answers. Avoid using a yes or no response. Explain your response.
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