Have you been asked to attend an interview for your dream job and you want to make sure you make a great lasting first impression?  Follow our interview hints and tips to help you towards a positive outcome. Keep in mind that the interviewer won’t be assessing just your skills, but also your fit to the organisational culture and future capability.

• Don’t forget your resume! 
• Clearly state your interest - be able to describe WHY you want the job 
• Be able to describe your strengths and how they will benefit the company 
• Prepare something for when you are invited to ask questions 
• Dress smart and tidy in line with the company’s dress policy 
• Arrive 15-30 minutes early to find parking or if the company is located in an unfamiliar area 
• Be polite to the receptionist - their impression counts too 
• Take cues from the interviewer e.g. where to sit 
• Shake hands firmly (not bonecrushing) and maintain eye contact 
• Sit comfortably and alertly - no slouching 
• Speak clearly and to the point when answering questions 
• Avoid being too familiar, chatty, aggressive or clever 
• Don’t say anything negative about a past employer 
• Don’t interrupt anyone

Good luck and don't forget to smile!