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Job interview today

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FaerieDusting · 18/01/2017 07:30

I haven't had an interview in a long while. I am absolutely bricking it. It's at lunch time.

Any tips or advice? Probably out myself here, but I have an appointment this morning to have the implant fitted. So that will hopefully distract me until my interview. But I've been told they make you wear a bandage? So will now have to rethink my interview outfit Blush

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SandysMam · 18/01/2017 07:33

Take a deep breath and think before you speak. Try to speak slowly. Also, tell them at the end that you really want the job and would love to work for them. It's important to an employer that you actually want to be there! Good luck, try to think of it as just a practice for the next interview, take the pressure off!

ItsyBitsyBikini · 18/01/2017 07:38

I don't think I had a bandage for the implant but even so, wear something long sleeved. Take a deep breath and don't get too worked up about it. Think carefully of your answers, some interviewers like a slight pause before an answer as it means you have really thought about what to say.
Good luck!

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FaerieDusting · 18/01/2017 07:41

It isn't a job I am fully qualified in. A friend works there and recommended me. It's something I can pick up quickly and learn on the fly. But I need to get that across in my interview. I also have young children which may go against me. But I know many single mothers who work full time hours and utilise childcare, so I'm hoping they will take my word when I say I have things in place to be able to do the hours offered.

Have only worked part time since having kids so this will be a massive change. But it's something I really want and it's a very good company.

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CardiganWay · 18/01/2017 07:45

Do some power posing in the loo just before you go in (basically adopt a superman pose or a victory pose - arms above your head in triumph - for a minute). Sounds crazy but there has been some research into its effectiveness.

Go into the room with a wide, warm, genuine smile. Introduce yourself, initiate the handshakes, and do them firmly and with eye contact. Accept a glass of water if they offer one.

Listen actively to the questions - nod and make the odd 'mmhmm' noise to show you understand. If you're confused, or if you need a moment, reflect back to them what you THINK they're asking and ask them to confirm.

Have a couple of questions about the organisation prepared. Ask about development and training routes / team dynamics etc. A good question I was once asked was 'if I spoke to somebody else in the organisation at the level / position of this job, what might they say were the best and worst things about working for the organisation?

CardiganWay · 18/01/2017 08:09

Do some power posing in the loo just before you go in (basically adopt a superman pose or a victory pose - arms above your head in triumph - for a minute). Sounds crazy but there has been some research into its effectiveness.

Go into the room with a wide, warm, genuine smile. Introduce yourself, initiate the handshakes, and do them firmly and with eye contact. Accept a glass of water if they offer one.

Listen actively to the questions - nod and make the odd 'mmhmm' noise to show you understand. If you're confused, or if you need a moment, reflect back to them what you THINK they're asking and ask them to confirm.

Have a couple of questions about the organisation prepared. Ask about development and training routes / team dynamics etc. A good question I was once asked was 'if I spoke to somebody else in the organisation at the level / position of this job, what might they say were the best and worst things about working for the organisation?

Cantbeatatryer · 18/01/2017 10:54

I agree with everyone else. Just wanted to say good luck!

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FaerieDusting · 18/01/2017 10:56

Thank you!! I'm so nervous! I'm ready already so hoping I don't get there too early.

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BestIsWest · 18/01/2017 10:59

Good luck. I've been interviewing this week and every candidate was nervous, hell, even we interviewers will be nervous! It's normal and they'll understand.

CardiganWay · 18/01/2017 15:44

How did it go, OP?

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FaerieDusting · 18/01/2017 16:29

I got the job! Grin
Thank you so much for the comments. I'm so chuffed.

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SandysMam · 18/01/2017 16:57

Yay! Well done!!

CardiganWay · 18/01/2017 16:57

Hoooooooray! Well done you hero!

3littlebadgers · 18/01/2017 17:05

Yey! Well done you. Flowers wow first job interview in ages too, I'm taking inspiration for my own interviews coming up x

MollyHuaCha · 18/01/2017 17:36

Congratulations! Cake

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FaerieDusting · 18/01/2017 18:52

Thanks everyone Smile

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MrsHaitch · 18/01/2017 20:21

Well done!! I had an interview today too, it went well so hoping to hear soon. I've not had an interview for almost 9 years so was good experience even if I don't get the job :)

ItsyBitsyBikini · 18/01/2017 20:52

Well done! I had an interview today too so here's hoping your good luck rubs off on the rest of us Smile

Deathraystare · 19/01/2017 09:31

Well done Faerie!

I had an interview on Monday but won't hear until Friday. Not bad out of the 30 jobs I applied for...1 interview!!!

Cantbeatatryer · 19/01/2017 23:28

Well done Smile

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