Job interview guide - Recruitment and Employment Cairns

First impressions DO count.

Dress according to the position you are applying for, usually a smart suit. Smarter rather than casual is recommended.
Handshake - there is nothing worse than a weak, sweaty handshake. Be firm, and portray a confident image.
Eye contact - direct eye contact reflects a confident, honest candidate. A smile adds to your confidence.

'To fail to prepare, is to prepare to fail'

Ensure you know where the interview is to be conducted and who you are meeting.
Don’t be late (obvious...but people are still late!!)
Take a copy of your résumé, the job advert/description and any information you have found out about the company - the internet is a great source of information.

Questions most commonly asked at interview:

'Tell me about yourself'
Beware - this is a dangerous question. It seems simple, but is so open-ended that you could waffle. Prepare a short presentation of yourself for the interview which lasts no more than 2 minutes, incorporating your professional life. Only include your personal life if you feel it is relevant to the interview.
Other questions
Why do you think you can do this job?
What has been your biggest challenge to date?
How would your boss/friends describe you?
What would be the ideal role for you?
Your questions
Have at least 2-3 questions ready to ask (remember an interview is a two-way process and it is important that the company is right for you too!).
Why did your interviewer join the company?
What advantages do you have over your competition?
What training and development do you have in place?
What is your percentage share of the market?