Interview Tips

At Laufer, we know that thorough preparation is essential for our candidates to be confidently at their best during an interview. Our seasoned recruiters have prepared a check-list to help guide you as you approach your interview date:

Know the Company: Spend time researching the organization you are visiting. Of course, you will need to know the exact location of your interview, but you will also want to read through the company website to get a basic understanding of its business. And, be sure that you know what to expect of the interview, including the exact name(s) of the people you will be meeting, the format, and likely duration of the interview.

Know Yourself: Spend 30 minutes reviewing your experience and its relevance to the position. Refresh your memory regarding details of your work history and specific achievements. It is often helpful to practice the answers to questions that you anticipate being asked. Keep in mind that you will be expected to know a lot about a company for which you have previously worked.

Dressing for the Interview: Dressing appropriately generally means wearing smart, office attire. Your Laufer recruiter can tell you if it is any different for the specific company that you are visiting. Research indicates that first impressions do count, so paying attention to all facets of grooming does matter.

At the Interview: It is smart to arrive a few minutes early. Naturally, be polite to everyone you meet. When greeting the interviewer, shake hands firmly. Smile and look your interviewer in the eye. Sit upright and look alert and interested at all times. Be a good listener as well as an articulate speaker. Expect some experience-related and job-specific interview questions and be prepared with a few of your own. Your Laufer recruiter can provide you with a more comprehensive list of possible questions.

Interview Don’ts:

• Don’t be late
• Don’t exaggerate or embellish answers
• Don’t criticize present or former employers
• Don’t stray off the point
• Don’t interrupt the interviewer
• Don’t inquire about salary, time off or benefits (Your Laufer recruiter will help you negotiate this.)

Closing the Interview: Always conduct yourself as if you are determined to get the job you are discussing. If you are interested in the position, make sure you let the interviewer know. Thank the interviewer for his/her time and consideration of you.

After the interview: It is important to learn from every interview and to improve for the next. Make a list of questions you answered well and those you answered poorly, thinking about how you could have responded differently. At this point, it is time to call your Laufer recruiter to share your feedback and to find out any client feedback.

Of course, your Laufer recruiter will guide you through each step of the process, available to answer all of your questions so you are at your confident best.