“Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.” — Confucius.

Here is a full guidance on how to prepare for successful Job Interviews:

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Some types of Job Interviews:

- One-On-One Interviews
- Screening and Phone Interviews.
- Candidate Group Interviews.
- Multiple Interviews.

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Job Interview Tips:

1. Start by researching the company and your interviewers.
Understanding key information about the company you’re interviewing with can help you go into your interview with confidence.

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2. Practice your answers to common interview questions.
Prepare your answer to the common question: “Tell me about yourself, and why are you interested in this role with our company?” The idea is to quickly communicate with the interviewer.

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3. Reread the job description.
You may want to print it out and begin underlining specific skills the employer is looking for.

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4. Use the STAR method in answering questions.
Prepare to be asked about times in the past when you used a specific skill and use the STAR method to tell stories with a clear Situation, Task, Action and Result.

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5. Recruit a friend to practice answering questions.
Actually practicing your answers out loud is an incredibly effective way to prepare. Say them to yourself or ask a friend to help run through questions and answers.

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6. Be prepared with examples of your work.
During the interview, you will likely be asked about specific work you’ve completed in relation to the position.

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7. Be prepared with examples of your work.
During the interview, you will likely be asked about specific work you’ve completed in relation to the position.

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8. Practice good manners and body language. Practice confident, accessible body language from the moment you enter the building. Sit or stand tall with your shoulders back.

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9. Prepare smart questions for your interviewers.
Interviewers expect you to ask questions: they want to know that you’re thinking seriously about what it would be like to work there.

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10. Tie your answers back to your skills and accomplishments. With any question you answer, it is important that you tie your background to the job by providing examples of solutions and results you’ve achieved.

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11. Ask about the next steps and send a personalized thank you letter after the interview. it is appropriate to ask either your interviewer about what you should expect next and then thank each interviewer.

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