A job interview
Arriving, answering, asking, and ending well.
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Arriving
Aim to arrive about 10 minutes early and tell the front desk who you’re meeting. A brief, friendly greeting (and a handshake if offered) starts things off.
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2
During
They’ll ask about your experience and interest. Short, specific answers with an example are strong, and it’s fine to pause and think.
Good to know: Didn’t follow a question? Ask them to rephrase — better than guessing.
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Your questions
Near the end they’ll ask if you have questions. Have one or two ready about the role or team.
💬 “What does a typical week look like in this role?”
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Ending
Thank them for their time and ask about next steps. A short thank-you email afterward is a nice touch.
Reading the steps helps.
Practising the cues sticks.
Try a few short scenarios — free, no sign-up.