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Employers are often looking for good communication and presentation skills, ability to solve problems, leadership potential.  \nResearch as much as you can about the company – services, markets, competitors, has it been in the press recently, how many staff does it have, location of offices?  \nGet yourself organised  \nMake sure you know where the interview is, how long it will take and if you need to take anything with you, such as a copy of your CV and the job description. Along with any special instructions given at the booking of your interview. Allow plenty of time for your journey.  \nBody language  \nWhether we like it or not, our body language gives off very subtle signs about us. Research shows body language accounts for 65% of what’s communicated, words account for 35% .  \nBe confident, friendly and open-don’t forget to breathe. Wear clean, smart clothes. Try not to wear an item you haven’t worn before, it could turn out tobe uncomfortable and distracting and remember to turn off your mobile phone.  \nQUESTIONS  \nStay calm, listen and think before you answer a question.  \nQUESTIONS  \nYou will be asked a range of questions and there are some that you can guarantee will come up. Stay calm, listen and think before you answer.  \nYou’ll find examples of the most common interview questions asked, and tips on how to approach them in this leaflet.  \nIf the vacancy is engineering related, we’ll also ask you some technical questions to get a feel for your technical and analytical capabilities.  \nQUESQUESTTIONIONSS  \nQUESTIONS  \nTell me about yourself  \nThis is usually the opening question and, as first impressions are key, one of the most important. Keep your answer to under five minutes, beginning with an overview of your highest qualification then running through the jobs you’ve held so far in your career.  \nYou can follow the same structure of your CV, giving examples of achievements and the skills you’ve picked up along the way. Don’t go into too much detail – your interviewer will probably take notes and ask for you to expand on any areas where they’d like information. If you’re interviewing foryour first job since leaving education, focus on the area of your studies you most enjoyed and how that has led to you wanting this particular role.  \nWhat are your strengths?  \nPick the three biggest attributes that you think will get you the job and give examples of how you have used these strengths in a work situation. They could be tangible skills such as proficiency in a particular computer language, or intangible skills such as good management.  \nIf you’re not sure where to start, take a look at the job description. There is usually a section listing candidate requirements, which should give you an idea of what they are looking for.  \nWhat are your weaknesses?  \nThe dreaded question, which is best handled by picking something that you have made positive steps to redress. For example, if your IT ability is not at the level it could be, state it as a weakness but tell the interviewer about training courses or time spent outside work hours you have used to improve your skills.  \nYour initiative could actually be perceived as a strength. On no account say “I don’t have any weaknesses” – your interviewer won’t believe you – or “I have a tendency to work too hard”this could be seen as avoiding the question.  \nWhat are your goals?  \nOr where do you see yourself in five years time?  \nIt’s best to talk about both short and long-term goals. 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