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The key word is preparation. This short document sets out a series of hints, tips and advice to help you. Many of the tips below, relate to face-to-face interviews but, there are also several specific points about on-line interviews. We would suggest you read the whole document, as the hints, tips and advice are often equally valid, regardless of the interview format.  \n• Location-check out in advance where the interview will be held, work out how to get there and arrive with plenty of time to spare. Remember that hospitals, universities and NHS buildings can be large and busy places: you need to know exactly where you need to be foryour interview. If necessary, do a dry run to make sure you know where you are going (better still, arrange an informal visit –you’ll be spending a lot of your time there, if successful!)  \nFor on-line interviews, you need to prepare your location equally well. We would suggest doing this the day before, so you aren’t rushing around on the day. Make sure it isn’t too dark and stay away from overhead lights. If you can, settle down near a window-as natural light is best. An artificial glare could make it difficult for the interviewer(s) to see you.  \n• Technology – in a face-to-face interview, it is important that you turn your phone to silent. Obviously, for on-line interviews you need to make extra preparatory checks. You need to feel comfortable using whichever platform your prospective employer prefers (Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, MS Teams etc. ) -so you need to find out, and find a way of practising. Once you’re comfortable with the platform you’ll be using, it’s a good idea to test your internet connection, the audio and your sound capabilities to make sure everything works properly. Before the interview, ask the employer to confirm;  \n✓ Which platform will be used?  \n✓ Is it an audio interview or both audio and video?  \n✓ Is there someone on the other end of the video, or are the questions pre-recorded?  \n✓ What do I do, or who do I call – should you or I start having technical difficulties?  \n• Decision makers-do ensure that you speak to the recruiting manager to find out more about the job, the working environment, the challenges and aspirations of the team you’ll be joining if successful. This conversation can you give you a good idea of what you might be getting into and, what likely areas of questioning might arise at interview.  \n• Influencers – who are the interview panel – find out what you can about them, so you know about their background and interests. This will help you strike up that all-important rapport.  \n• Social media-double check your social media and online footprint – are you happy with what you see when you type your name into Google? What about the organisation you’re applying to–what are they talking about online? This will help you demonstrate you have an awareness of their current issues.  \n• Questions-NHS interviews tend to involve quite common interview questions and a few that relate to the job description and also, the person specification. They may ask about things on your CV too. The key, is to practice, practice and practice more. Consider asking a friend or colleague to ask you some interview questions or, record yourself answering them and listen back. The more you practice, the smoother and more comprehensive your answers will be.  \n• What to take-things you might find helpful to take with you are-a drink of water, a copy of your application or CV, information about the job, change for machines (e.g. parking) and a pen and paper. Clean out your bag, so tissues/old sweet wrappers don’t accidently fall out!  \n• Look the part-ensure you look business-like, whether the interview is in person or on-line. Interviews are generally formal meetings, so dress appropriately to convey that you mean business (equally impo","cbCairL9di94Ag94","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairL9di94Ag94","pdf",194922,"English","# Preparing for the interview\n## Location and arrival planning\n## Online setup and lighting\n## Technology checks and platform questions\n# Interview strategy\n## Decision makers and influencers\n## Social media and online footprint\n## Practicing interview questions\n## NHS values\n# Practical preparation\n## What to take\n## Look the part\n## Time management and focus\n## Listening and clarification\n## Handling distractions","[{\"question\":\"How should I prepare my location for an NHS elective interview?\",\"answer\":\"Check where the interview will be held in advance, plan the route, and arrive with plenty of time. 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