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Xenia
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Interviews are hard - how should I prepare for one in my future career?
How can I prepare for an interview? #Fall25
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DENNIS BREEN
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Xenia: Wong's answer is spot on!
Learn about the company so you can ask questions. Next, never lie - that ALWAYS comes back to hurt you. Next, be yourself. Pretend you are at a party and meeting someone for the first time. Be yourself. As Wong points out - dress nicely, show up early and have all your documents ready. Remember you need to prove citizenship these days so a driver's license or passport will be necessary.
Remember, the interviewer just wants to see if you are a good fit for the company. You need to see if the company is a good fit for you - so you are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you.
As much as I agree that practisong answers is a good thing - it often looks canned! Over my career I have tried hundreds of cases. I always told witnesses to relax and just talk. When they tried to remember a script they always screwed up.
Be yourself - you'll be fine! Good luck!
Learn about the company so you can ask questions. Next, never lie - that ALWAYS comes back to hurt you. Next, be yourself. Pretend you are at a party and meeting someone for the first time. Be yourself. As Wong points out - dress nicely, show up early and have all your documents ready. Remember you need to prove citizenship these days so a driver's license or passport will be necessary.
Remember, the interviewer just wants to see if you are a good fit for the company. You need to see if the company is a good fit for you - so you are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you.
As much as I agree that practisong answers is a good thing - it often looks canned! Over my career I have tried hundreds of cases. I always told witnesses to relax and just talk. When they tried to remember a script they always screwed up.
Be yourself - you'll be fine! Good luck!
Wong Loke Yuen
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Wong’s Answer
Hi Xenia. Before the interview, you need to learn about the company and the job you are applying for. Look at what the organisation does, what its values are, and what the role involves. When you understand these things, you can give better answers and show that you are truly interested in working there.
You also need to think about your own experiences. These might come from school, part-time jobs, volunteering, or hobbies. Many interviewers ask questions like "Give an example of when you worked well in a team." To prepare, you might choose a few real situations from your life that show your skills, and be ready to explain what you did and what the outcome was.
Practising your answers out loud can make a big difference. You can practice with a friend, family member, or even on your own by talking in front of a mirror. This helps you feel more comfortable speaking and lets you improve the way you explain your ideas. If your interview is online, make sure your device, camera, and sound work properly. Also, choose a quiet and tidy space so you won't be distracted.
It's also helpful to prepare a few questions to ask the interviewer. This shows you are interested and gives you a chance to find out more about the job. You might ask about the team, what a typical day looks like, or what training you will receive.
On the day of the interview, arrive early, dress neatly, and take any documents you might need. Good luck.
You also need to think about your own experiences. These might come from school, part-time jobs, volunteering, or hobbies. Many interviewers ask questions like "Give an example of when you worked well in a team." To prepare, you might choose a few real situations from your life that show your skills, and be ready to explain what you did and what the outcome was.
Practising your answers out loud can make a big difference. You can practice with a friend, family member, or even on your own by talking in front of a mirror. This helps you feel more comfortable speaking and lets you improve the way you explain your ideas. If your interview is online, make sure your device, camera, and sound work properly. Also, choose a quiet and tidy space so you won't be distracted.
It's also helpful to prepare a few questions to ask the interviewer. This shows you are interested and gives you a chance to find out more about the job. You might ask about the team, what a typical day looks like, or what training you will receive.
On the day of the interview, arrive early, dress neatly, and take any documents you might need. Good luck.