How to ace a job interview with Page Personnel

How to ace a job interview
with Page Personnel
5 Tips for a Succesful Interview
Whether you are actively looking for a job, or wish to give your career new inputs, these 5 Tips will help
you. Following these guidelines will help you go successfully through the recruitment process, establish
self-esteem to ensure a positive meeting with a potential employer thereby maximizing the opportunity
of standing out from the other candidates
1. Cover letter
Purpose:
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Convince the reader to look at your resume
Call attention to the most important elements of your background
Reflect your attitude
Provide or refer to any information specifically requested
Check:
• Well laid out and structured
• Correct grammar and spelling
2. Resume
Purpose:
• The CV reflects you, from its presentation to its content
• Allows the recruiter to see at a glance how you can contribute to a company
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Ensure that any periods between roles are fully explained
If you cannot produce a professional document about yourself, an employer
may conclude that you are unlikely to have the competencies to fit an important job
Highlight achievements to demonstrate your successes
Do not make false or exaggerated claims. Honesty is always the best approach
3. Preparing for the interview
Purpose:
• Be ready on the day of the interview to feel more comfortable and confident
• Avoid extra stress not being able to answer some key questions
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Be prepared to introduce yourself in 10 minutes
Be familiar with your CV: be prepared to answer questions about it
Job description: read the description thoroughly and think of ways in which your
experience would benefit the company
Devote some time to prepared questions which you would like to ask about
the company/job description
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4. Interview
Purpose:
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Gather information on position and employer
Evaluate position, job-setting, co-workers
Determine if position is suitable – “Do I want to work here?”
Communicate information about yourself – convince employer to hire you because
you are qualified for the job
Progress:
• Presentation: first impressions are important and the interviewer will expect to see
you in professional attire for the meeting
• Punctuality: ensure that you are well prepared for finding the right directions.
If you do find yourself unavoidably late, notify the company immediately, providing
the estimated time of your arrival
• Body language: ensure a firm handshake and smile on the first encounter.
Maintain a comfortable level of eye contact throughout. Be alert and enthusiastic
• Tips:
o Demonstrate the knowledge you have acquired about the company
o Ask about career progression
o Listen to what is being asked of you
o In case of any doubts or reservations about the position, discuss them with
your consultant after the interview
5. After the interview
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Write down a short summary of the interview
Note areas which you feel went well
Note any questions you found difficult to answer
Call your Page Personnel consultant and provide feedback
Send an email to your interviewer to thank him/her and to show your continued interest
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