How to bag your dream job!

Congratulations! You’ve submitted an excellent CV or application form and now you’ve been offered an interview. But how do you make sure you nail that job interview? Read on to find out how to improve your interview skills in order to secure that dream job.

Learning about preparation

One of the key skills to master when it comes to interviews is preparation. Turning up to an interview unprepared is the most likely reason that you aren’t getting the roles that you feel you are perfect for. Being properly prepared means being ready to answer (or ask) questions about the industry and role in particular, as well as being prepared generally for any interview. Being prepared also means getting there on time by ensuring you know the journey, where the building is and who you need to ask for.

Nerves, body language and first impressions

Key interview skills include learning how to calm your nerves before and during the interview. Understanding the impact of body language and first impressions are is also crucial to a successful interview. It’s important to appear open, friendly and assertive. This can be as basic as not crossing your arms and using eye contact, but can also include looking smart and presentable, giving a good handshake and being mindful of the words you use.

How to answer effectively

Ultimately, what lies between you and the perfect job are your answers during an interview. Applicants with the best interview skills will be those that make the biggest impact with their answers. Answers need to be well thought out, articulate and confident.

Interview skills course

If you want to learn more about improving your interview skills, then sign up for our interview skills course today. This course can be taken in conjunction with our other employability courses which include time management and CV writing to help you make the best impression on your future employers.

An interview is all that stands between you and your perfect role. It’s vital that you are prepared, presentable, calm and confident. Brushing up on these skills can be just what you need to be successful in that next interview and start enjoying a brand-new job.