BEV Recruitment Agency 35a Union Street, Aberdeen, AB11 5BN
T: 01224 212525Fax: 01224 212505
Before you attend the Interview steps can be taken to make sure that things go smoothly.
Find out about the company you wish to join. Check if they have a web site - that will give you access to background material.
If they do not have a web site, then phone for a brochure or report and accounts. Make a list of questions that are important to you for the interview. The company’s structure, internal reporting and future plans.
Be ready for questions they may ask you :
Why should we employ you?
Why do you wish to move?
What do you know about the company?
What are the responsibilities in your current job?
What are your main objectives?
What are your strengths?
What are your weaknesses?
What have been your achievements to date?
Where does your experience lie?
Give me 3 selling points on your skills/experience?
Check the time and date of the interview, the location of the company and journey time. Learn the name and status of the person/people you are seeing. Always look your best, wear a smart suit!
Points to remember:
Arrive on time!
From the moment you walk in, the employer will begin evaluating you. . . your appearance, your personality, and the way you express yourself, to name just a few. Make a good first impression. A firm handshake and a friendly greeting can go a long way to break the ice and get rid of any nerves.
Attitude is very important. Try to enjoy the interview. Never sit back and expect your qualifications and experience alone to get you the job. Your personality is just as important. Be positive and confident and you will stand out and be taken seriously.
Ask Questions, this is your chance to impress therefore prepare in advance.
Emphasize what you can do for the company.
If you are asked whether you are interested in the position answer yes, even if you have doubts.
Thank the interviewer for their time, again a smile and a firm handshake will help. Last impressions are possibly more important than first as the way you leave may be the way you are remembered.
Above all, be yourself, and you will appear comfortable. If you want the job, let them know you are very interested.
Never: arrive late or unprepared, say unfavorable things about previous employers, show any reservations you may have, display unwillingness.
These interview questions will help you stand out among your peers. Ask the employer:
About the company's long range objectives.
About the characteristics of the company.
What outside influences, if any, can affect the growth of the company.
What the company excel's at?
What are the common denominators of the company's successful employees?
What are the areas in which the company feels it needs to make improvements?
Where does the company think you could make effective contributions?
