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Welcome to the fourth episode of our January solo series on the Work It Like a Mum podcast! In this episode, we’re sharing essential tips for acing your job interview, whether in-person or virtual. From the preparation to the key questions you’ll likely be asked, you’ll learn how to show your best self and set yourself up for success. Whether you’re prepping for a face-to-face or video interview, this episode is for you!
Key Topics Covered:
- The Interview Process: Congratulations on getting an interview! It's a major accomplishment—your CV has already made an impression. Now it’s time to show why you’re the best fit for the role.
- Reframing the Interview: Think of your interview as a first date. It’s a chance for both you and the employer to see if the role and the company are the right fit. There’s no pressure—just a great conversation.
- How to Prepare for the Interview: Tips on how to research the company, their mission, and their competitors, as well as how to engage with potential colleagues on LinkedIn for insider knowledge.
- Company Research: Don’t just go through the motions—get to know the company, their values, recent news, and culture so you can ask insightful questions and impress your interviewer.
- Planning Your Answers: Understand the key skills the employer is looking for and prepare your answers with concrete examples from your past roles.
- Typical Interview Questions: We’ll go over common questions and how you can structure your answers to show you have the skills they need.
Key Takeaways:
- Preparation is Key: The more you research the company, its values, and the role, the more confident and authentic you’ll be in the interview.
- Practice Makes Perfect: Review common interview questions and practice delivering your answers clearly, using examples that highlight your skills and achievements.
- Reframe the Nerves: Treat the interview as a conversation to determine if the company and role are a good fit, not just a one-sided test.
- Be Confident, Not Overwhelmed: Trust in your preparation, and remember—every interview is a learning opportunity.
Show Links:
Connect with our host Elizabeth Willetts- here
Order your copy of Flex- here
Free CV Template- Download here
Learn more about transforming your LinkedIn profile here
Ready to nail that interview? Let’s dive in!
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By Elizabeth WillettsWelcome to the fourth episode of our January solo series on the Work It Like a Mum podcast! In this episode, we’re sharing essential tips for acing your job interview, whether in-person or virtual. From the preparation to the key questions you’ll likely be asked, you’ll learn how to show your best self and set yourself up for success. Whether you’re prepping for a face-to-face or video interview, this episode is for you!
Key Topics Covered:
- The Interview Process: Congratulations on getting an interview! It's a major accomplishment—your CV has already made an impression. Now it’s time to show why you’re the best fit for the role.
- Reframing the Interview: Think of your interview as a first date. It’s a chance for both you and the employer to see if the role and the company are the right fit. There’s no pressure—just a great conversation.
- How to Prepare for the Interview: Tips on how to research the company, their mission, and their competitors, as well as how to engage with potential colleagues on LinkedIn for insider knowledge.
- Company Research: Don’t just go through the motions—get to know the company, their values, recent news, and culture so you can ask insightful questions and impress your interviewer.
- Planning Your Answers: Understand the key skills the employer is looking for and prepare your answers with concrete examples from your past roles.
- Typical Interview Questions: We’ll go over common questions and how you can structure your answers to show you have the skills they need.
Key Takeaways:
- Preparation is Key: The more you research the company, its values, and the role, the more confident and authentic you’ll be in the interview.
- Practice Makes Perfect: Review common interview questions and practice delivering your answers clearly, using examples that highlight your skills and achievements.
- Reframe the Nerves: Treat the interview as a conversation to determine if the company and role are a good fit, not just a one-sided test.
- Be Confident, Not Overwhelmed: Trust in your preparation, and remember—every interview is a learning opportunity.
Show Links:
Connect with our host Elizabeth Willetts- here
Order your copy of Flex- here
Free CV Template- Download here
Learn more about transforming your LinkedIn profile here
Ready to nail that interview? Let’s dive in!
Support the show
Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode!
Follow us on Instagram.
Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.
And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!