CGC Ebook 5.0

can also show your relational skills. Remember to thank the interviewers by name for their time at the end – using their name makes it personal. 10. Prepare questions to ask The end of an interview is usually a chance to ask questions about the company. The interviewer will undoubtedly respond well to someone who demonstrates an interest in the company and asking questions is a useful opportunity to find out further valuable information. If you have any doubts about your application you can always ask the interviewer if there is anything else they want to know about you. 11. Follow up Be sure to follow up by email to show respect and thanks for the opportunity and perhaps ask any outstanding questions. If you don’t hear anything by the allotted time make sure you chase it up. If you are unsuccessful in the application, ask for feedback and what you could do to improve. A good employer will provide you with some basic feedback. Don’t take their comments too personally, but evaluate and move on to your next opportunity.

7. Be positive and show enthusiasm Good first impressions count, so it is important to greet the interviewer, smile and make eye contact. Speak confidentialy and steadily, being mindful of your body language and nonverbal communication. Ensure you are sitting upright, resting your hands on your lap or on the table and not fidgeting. By leaning forward you can communicate interest in the conversation. 8. Listen and be attentive Make sure you listen attentively to the interviewer’s questions and ask for clarification if something does not make sense. Do your best to answer the questions appropriately and fully, but do not ramble. If you begin your answer with part of the question, that shows you understood and have been listening. For example, a question about communication might begin as “I think communication skills involve…” Coming across as attentive and addressing all aspects of the interviewer’s questions can really set you apart from other candidates. 9. Develop rapport It is important to establish good relations with the interviewer. Showing interest, nodding in understanding at appropriate places, mirroring and asking relevant questions at the end