Interview Hints and Tips

Interview Hints and Tips

Preparing for your interview is key to making a strong and lasting impression. The following hints and tips will help you feel confident and ready to present yourself in the best possible way.

• Research the company: Understand its values, mission, products/services, and recent news. Visit the company website and LinkedIn page
• Know the role: Review the job description carefully and be ready to discuss how your skills and experience match the requirements
• Understand your CV: Be prepared to talk about your career history, achievements, and reasons for career moves

• Check the interview time, location, and interviewer’s name in advance
• Allow extra time for travel or potential delays—aim to arrive 10–15 minutes early
• For online interviews, test your technology (camera, microphone, internet connection) beforehand

• Choose smart, professional attire suitable for the company’s culture
• Keep it simple, clean, and comfortable. First impressions count

• Be polite and positive: Smile, make eye contact and offer a confident handshake (for in-person interviews)
• Listen carefully: Make sure you understand the question before answering. It’s ok to pause and think
• Be specific: Use examples to demonstrate your achievements and skills—use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
• Show enthusiasm: Demonstrate your interest in the role and the company
• Ask questions: Prepare a few thoughtful questions about the role, team, or company to show engagement

Be prepared to answer:

• “Tell me about yourself.”
• “Why do you want to work here?”
• “What are your strengths and weaknesses?”
• “Describe a challenge you’ve faced and how you handled it.”
• “Where do you see yourself in five years?”

• Thank the interviewer for their time
• Reiterate your interest in the role and why you’re a strong fit
• Ask about next steps or timelines for feedback

• Reflect on your performance and note what went well
• Contact your recruiter via phone or email and advise of your interview feedback

• Bring any requested documents or identification
• Stay calm, confident and be yourself — interviews are as much about personality fit as they are about skills
• Remember: preparation confidence = success

Good luck with your interview!
We’re confident you’ll make a great impression.