DON’T PANIC - NAIL THAT INTERVIEW
PREPARE; A DON’T PANIC! Don’t lose your nerve; nail that interview! An interview isn’t an interrogation or an audition. It is a two-way conversation. You have made the shortlist. These helpful tips for jobseekers can be applied to any interview situation you might find yourself in, and will help you prepare and ensure that you shine head and shoulders above other applicants, writes Mia Jansen van Rensburg. 50
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s you’re entering this new phase of your life, you may be invited for interviews. These can be organised by university departments as part of their selection criteria for a course you applied for, or because you’re hoping to land a job to help foot your bills. Regardless of the circumstance, there’s nothing quite like the elation and terror of being invited for an interview. This means you’re on the shortlist! They liked your CV, and now they have to decide whether they like you. Preparation and confidence are key. You’ve probably heard something like this before but turning that sentiment into an actual plan can be challenging. Although navigating this can be daunting, especially if you’re new to the interview process, it doesn’t need to be. The good thing is that you’re not alone. It will also be valuable to get feedback from your peer group on their recent interview experiences.
