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Preparation is the key to success………research the
company, its products, services, size and background.
WFS will supply you with all the tools prior to your
interview:
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Location
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Time
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Interviewers name
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Skills & Qualifications required
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Job description
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Type of Person sought
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How to prepare for the interview
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Structure of the interview
The very fact that you are attending the interview
indicates that you have the relevant skills for the job….however every
client differs and it is vital that you are prepared for the interview
to take any format.
Examples of Questions Asked on Interview:
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Explain your CV - especially any
gaps
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What do you know about the company?
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What do you understand about the job?
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What skills do you have that are
relevant?
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Tell me about your strengths and
weaknesses.
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Describe a time when you’ve had to
use your initiative?
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Why are you looking to leave your
current job?
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Why are you unemployed?
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What has been your biggest learning
experience over the past six months?
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Where do you see yourself in 5/10
years time?
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What do you do in your spare time?
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What other job interviews have you
been on?
What Questions to Ask?
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Who will I be working with?
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What are the working hours?
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What are the company’s plans for the
next 6 months?
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Are there any promotion prospects
down the line?
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Which departments will I liaise with?
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What’s the reason for the vacancy?
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What training opportunities are
there?
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Is the company affected by seasonal
trends?
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What is the next stage?
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How many candidates are being
interviewed?
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When will you be making a decision?
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Can I have the job!
Other Important Things to Consider:
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Journey time – don’t be late!
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If you are running late – phone
ahead
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Parking
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Bus/train timetables
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First Impressions – dress in a
suit, use a briefcase, be neatly groomed
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Research website and competitors
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Be prepared for a different/or
several interviewers
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Take a CV, references, relevant
certificates and some questions
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Safety – meet at the company’s
premises or in a public place
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Tell someone where you are
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Keep eye contact
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Smile at appropriate times
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Don’t smoke before interview
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Good firm handshake
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Body language – don’t slouch, sit
upright but be relaxed
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Don’t fiddle or fidget
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Don’t ask about salary or try and
negotiate – that’s what we’re here for!
What to Do Next:
Call your consultant immediately after the interview at
WFS and give them your feedback – we may even have a decision for you!
If you aren’t successful we will be on hand to give you
advice and discuss other opportunities.
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GOOD LUCK ! <<<<< |
