The 5Ps for a successful interview
13 July 2021
The in-person interview directly at our clients can be a stressful time, but with the 5P rule, you can’t go wrong. Preparing well for your interview will put the odds in your favor.
The most important P is being PREPARED
- review previous positions and dates on your resume
- know the job and the company which you are interviewing by (job description and company’s website)
- use the elements of the job description to highlight your skills according to the tasks and skills required
Being on time is not being PUNCTUAL
- arrive or connect 5-10 minutes early
- check that your computer/phone’s camera and microphone are working properly
Interview = PRESENTATION
- dress according to the job you want
- look awake and styled
Politeness
- say hello, introduce yourself and thank the interlocutor for having this interview with you
- maintain a good relationship with the interview representative
- avoid inappropriate words and noisy environment
Do not underestimate the PRE-INTERVIEW
- the telephone interview is an important step in the recruitment process since it allows the employer to make a first approach with you and see if you can meet their needs
- if you are called at a bad time, let them know and plan a new call at another time