Surviving the interview

Sydney 20 January, 2004 - Poor preparation for a job interview will give HR managers the impression you are unmotivated and not interested in becoming part of their organisation. Be one-step ahead and do some background research before stepping in the interview room, a leading recruiter warns.

"A trained interviewer will detect poor preparation and won't hesitate to terminate interviews early when an applicant reveals no preparation, no rehearsal and no purpose for being there," says chief executive officer of Jobfind Centres, Mr Con Kittos.

"Never rely solely on your written credentials or resume to get through to the next round, because recruiters these days expect potential employees to be enthusiastic, informed and interested", said Mr Kittos.

As part of the Federal Government's Job Network, Jobfind Centres help candidates prepare for interviews by assessing what they have to offer, how their skills would benefit a company and how to act professionally during an interview.

"Identify your relevant strengths, experience and skills and memorise five or six most important points from your career", said Mr Kittos, "Keep in mind; employers are seeking the person who can grow and develop in the job to the mutual benefit of both parties".

The following checklist may help you to prepare for the interview, and act appropriately during and after it:
· Arrive with time to spare
· Be neatly groomed and conservatively dressed.
· Identify questions which will pose difficulties for you, and practice how you will answer them.
· Reply questions with two or more sentences. Job seekers who answer only "Yes" or "No" have a higher failure rate
· Prepare questions which show interest in the direction their organisation is heading.
· Maintain friendly eye contact and body language

"Most importantly, remember to be polite thank the interviewers for their time and make sure you follow up your interview with a call," says Mr Kittos.

Contact information:
info@jobfindcentre.com.au