ABSTRACT

Chapter 17 is about helping graduates prepare for interviews; it provides an understanding of good interview techniques, which are crucial for getting a job offer. Guidance on role plays, practicing and pre-preparing responses is included. It is important to develop your “selling points” and know how to use them effectively in responses to potential new questions. The chapter outlines key issues such as communications skills, presentation, body language and understanding why interview panels select certain people. The chapter provides advice on ways to overcome interview rejections.