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Interview Techniques

  • Introduction
  • Preparation
  • Presentation
  • The Interview
  • Common Questions
  • After the Interview
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Introduction

To secure an interview is a major achievement. Your potential employer has formed the view, based on your resume, that you may have the skills and experience they are seeking. You are part of the way there. The interview is now your opportunity to convince them of the two things which will actually secure you the position:

  1. that you do have the skills and experience they are seeking, and, most importantly...

  2. that you are the person for the job.

An interview is not merely a meeting, it is a marketing opportunity - and you are the product. Don't forget, however, that your potential employer also needs to market to you - to convince you that this is the job you actually want.

Attending an interview can be a nerve-racking experience. The secret to keeping nerves under control is preparation. Here then are some hints to help you through the process.