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How to prepare for a job interview: the ultimate guide

With job interviews, it's all about preparation. Here's our one stop shop for getting yourself ready.

Last updated: 20 April 2023

What you’ll learn

Research and strategy are key to job interview success.

1. Do your homework on the organisation

2. Prepare your personal elevator pitch

Take notes from the job listing to highlight important requirements.

3. Know your weak spots

4. Prepare answers for common interview questions

1. Questions about your CV:

2. Behavioural interview questions

Expect to give examples of times you've worked well with others.

3. Personality questions

4. Prepare questions to ask the interviewer

5. Do a mock interview

5. Choose what to wear to your job interview

If you're not sure what to wear, ask for guidance on company dress codes.

6. Work out your route to the job interview

7. What to do when you arrive for your job interview

8. How to follow up after a job interview