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How to prepare for a job interview

A practical preparation plan for the days and hours before an interview.

Use this guide as a working checklist

Read each section, apply it to your own job search and keep only claims that you can support with real evidence.

01

Research the employer

  • Understand what the organisation sells or delivers.
  • Read the role description again.
  • Identify its customers, values and recent priorities.
02

Prepare your evidence

  • Match one example to each major requirement.
  • Prepare results involving quality, service, targets, teamwork and pressure.
  • Practise out loud rather than memorising a script.
03

Plan the practical details

  • Confirm time, location, format and interviewer names.
  • Test the route or video link.
  • Prepare documents, clothing and questions in advance.
04

Finish strongly

  • Ask thoughtful questions about expectations and success.
  • Summarise why your evidence matches the role.
  • Send a brief thank-you message when appropriate.
Final checklist

Check your work before moving on