Guides
Interviews: preparation in 5 steps
Research, self-presentation, questions and outfit: the preparation that keeps you calm.
Good interviews happen before the interview: knowing the firm, the role and your own story reads as confidence.
The 5 steps
- Research the firm: products, size, news – three facts are enough.
- Analyse the role: match requirements against your experience.
- Practise your pitch: two minutes, out loud, with a timer.
- Your questions: prepare three – they show interest.
- Sort logistics: route, outfit and documents the evening before.
On the day
- On time: ten minutes early, not thirty.
- Documents: folder plus notes – even when everything is digital.
- Follow-up: thank-you mail the same day, notes for round two.
With interview prep in the editor you practise answers to real questions from the posting.
Frequently asked questions
How long does preparation take?
Two to three hours for round one – plus route and outfit.
What to wear?
One step above the firm's daily dress – classic when in doubt.