The interview

The interview is designed to find out more about you and to see if you are able for the job. The interviewer will do this by asking you questions. The way answer will show what kind of person you are and if your education, skills and experience match what they're looking for.

DO:

Make a real effort to answer every question the interviewer asks. Be clear and concise. Never answer just "yes" or "no" or shrug.

Admit it if you don't know something about the more technical aspects of the Stress that you are willing to learn.

Show some enthusiasm when the job is explained to you. Concentrate on what the interviewer is saying, and if he or she asks if you have any questions, have at least ready to show that you're interested and have done your homework.

Sell yourself. This doesn't mean exaggerating (you'll just get caught out) or making your experience or interests seem unimportant (if you sell yourself short no one will employ you). Ask questions at the close of the interview. For instance, about the pay, hours, holidays, or if there is a training programme.

DON’T:

Forget to shake hands with the interviewer.

Smoke or sit down until you are invited to.

Give the interviewer a hard time by giggling, yawning, rambling on unnecessarily or appearing cocky or argumentative.

Ever stress poor aspects of yourself, like your problem of getting up in the morning. Always show your best side: especially your keenness to work and your sense of responsibility.