Think of unique experiences that have had an impact on your life and don’t be afraid to talk about your achievements or areas where there is room for improvement.
Companies don’t expect you to know everything about them however they do expect you to know enough to show you are interested in the role. Avoid criticizing previous employers or colleagues, focusing on bad feelings or giving excuses about negative experiences - try to focus on the positives you have taken away from these experiences.
Be poised. A firm handshake, good eye contact, sitting up straight and avoiding nervous habits such as finger tapping and giggling all help to ensure you come across professionally. Stick to the facts. If you’re asked a question and stuck for thoughts, it will become obvious if you don’t tell the truth. If you need to, refer back to your resume or some notes you have prepared.
An interview is an opportunity to confirm whether this is an organization you can see yourself working with. Think about all those questions that you haven’t had answered during your preparation, and come armed with one or two which will allow you to leave the interview in a better position to make an informed career decision.
Remember – most people who are interviewing you have been in your position at some stage recently and understand your nerves. Relax, speak clearly and enthusiastically about your experiences and skills and let your personality shine.
While you see objective statements on many sample resumes, they are not required. Objective statements should be clear, precise and succinct. They should make use of specific job titles and specific phrases describing the applicants preferred working environment.