Overview
Why you need to research a company before attending an interview
How to locate useful information about a company
How to learn what existing employees think of the organization
What you need to know about the industry
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What you need to know about a company’s competition
How to discover more about a business’ competitors
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Why you must always prepare for an interview
The main question categories used in interviews
Behavioral questions
Questions about salary and practical issues
How to handle unusual or “creative” questions
Questions you should ask an interviewer at the end of an interview
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Why all applicants need to evaluate their communication skills
The interview
How to create a positive first impression
How to convey confidence and enthusiasm during a job interview
Watch out for vocal tics
How to build rapport
Listening skills for job interviews
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How to give a great presentation
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Why might an employer choose to use group interviews?
How is a group interview typically structured?
Interview Questions
What is an assessment day?
What tasks and activities are used in assessment centers?
How to prepare yourself for the most common assessment day activities
What are employers looking for during group interviews and assessment days?
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How is a candidate’s performance at an assessment center “marked” or “graded”?
Common assessment day mistakes and how to avoid them
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Why a company may interview you over the telephone or via a video call
Questions typically asked during a telephone or video interview
Using notes to prepare for a telephone or video interview
How to enhance rapport on the telephone
Practical tips for a good telephone interview
Practical tips for a good online interview
Online automated video interviews
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What is psychometric testing?
Why do employers use psychometric testing?
Tests that measure intelligence (Aptitude Tests)
Tests that measure personality
How to prepare for a psychometric test
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Tips to maximize your performance on psychometric tests
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Why you should always consider negotiating your salary
Why you should pursue several jobs at the same time
When to negotiate your salary
Negotiations go beyond salary
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The interview process does not end once you leave the room
Hearing from an employer following an interview
How to get feedback following an interview
Requesting a second interview
Assessing your own performance
Building your confidence
Positive thinking for future interviews
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