Are you ready for your job interview?

Posted: 02 November 2017

How much do you know about the company you're interviewing for?

I've memorised their company values, I spoke to existing employees to see how they measure success, and I even found out the name of their receptionist on LinkedIn!

I read their website a couple of times

I'm pretty sure it starts with a 'T'... or maybe an 'S.'

How are you going to get to your interview?

Well, I've worked out the route and it says it will take 33 minutes, but I'm going to give it an extra 15 minutes just to be sure!

I think it takes roughly half an hour...

I dunno, I'll google it in the morning

Have you practiced answering some potential interview questions?

Of course! I’ve done mock interviews with my housemates, my parents and even with my hairdresser Steve when I went in for a trim.

I’ve practiced 2 or 3 answers in the mirror.

Nah… I’ll probably just wing it on the day.

Have you prepared your own questions to ask?

Yeah I’ve written down a huge list for every eventuality.

I had a brainstorm while I was watching TV last night.

I just told you… I’m going to wing it.

What are you going to wear?

I had a look at the company Instagram to see what people wear in the office so I can fit in with that.

Probably a suit.

Whatever’s clean!

What are you going to take with you?

Several copies of my CV, some business cards and a book that makes me look smart when I read it in reception.

The usual - phone, wallet, keys, tic-tacs.

My phone, the old receipts in my pocket, and a tenner.

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