Researching is easy in the Google age. Get online and check out the company, learn specific facts about them and the industry. If you know who you’ll be meeting with, you can even have a look at your interviewer on LinkedIn. Also see our researching tips.
If you’ve researched the company you should have a good feel for how corporate/trendy/casual they are and dress accordingly. Smart business attire is always a safe option (a dark blue/grey suit, light coloured shirt with a tie, or smart blouse and jacket, with clean/polished shoes).
Know where you’re going and get there on time. It’s better to be 5-10 minutes early than 5 minutes late. Ensure not to arrive too early though, as you don’t want to disrupt your interviewer’s schedule.
So you can’t see the future and you’re not a mind reader, but there are some standard questions that you might get asked, so make sure you’re ready for them. We’ve made a handy list for you here.
Be inquisitive. This is your chance to find out more about the job, the company and future prospects. Be enthusiastic about the challenges ahead and ask what the next stage of the process is. Here are some great questions to ask.
Be positive and pleasant with everyone you meet. Greet the interviewer confidently with a firm handshake and a smile. Make an effort to build rapport with your interviewer and use your body language to help you.
Yes and no answers don’t tell the employer much. Always try to add specific examples, where relevant, from your previous experience. However, make sure you do stick to answering the question being asked.
Familiarise yourself with the job description and the key skills and attributes required for the role. These are the skills that you need to get across in your interview. It’s worth saving the description when you first apply for the job, so you can refer to it later.
If you’re unsure about what to wear to an interview, it’s definitely worth taking our interview outfit colour quiz. Select the colour that you’re thinking of wearing to discover whether it’s a good choice or something to steer clear of.
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If you have been successful in your application and have been invited to attend an interview with Bridgewater, here is everything you need to know.
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