Interviews Inside Out, Cont.

16. Do agree with the interviewer even if you know they are wrong.  An interview is not the place to participate in an argument, and in most cases will fast track your application on the bottom of the pile.

17. Do tell the truth.  If you’re caught out lying or embellishing you will ruin all future chances with this employer, and may face disciplinary action for fraud if you are already working for this organisation.

18. Do use the word “I”.  Always use “I” when describing the work you have done in the past.  Using “we” gives the impression that you may not have done the work independently, or that you weren’t even involved in the first place.  Hearing “we” rings alarm bells for interviewers.

19  Do use examples.  It is one thing to say you can do something, but it is much better to provide an example of where you have done it.

20. Do ask for clarification if you are unsure about what a question means, or what the interviewer is looking for.

21. Do ask questions about the role early on if it is appropriate.  Then fit your responses to what you have learned.

22. Do take a copy of your application and the job specification (if you have one) with you and keep a copy in front of you during the interview.  Knowing what the interview question is aimed at will help you frame your responses correctly.

23. Do stick to the topic.  Don't get off track.