This document provides tips and best practices for interview preparation. It outlines steps to take before, during, and after an interview. Some key points covered include researching the company and job description, preparing answers to common interview questions, dressing professionally and arriving on time, maintaining eye contact with interviewers, and following up after the interview to request feedback. The overall goal is to present yourself as a strong candidate through preparation, a positive attitude, and demonstrating relevant skills and motivation for the role.

1. 01
Best practices to start a
successful career
A presentation by Thomai Fytili
Part 2: Interview Preparation

3. Before the interview
Company Research (Site, SM, Articles etc.)
Employees & Interviewers research
More information about the interview (eg. Names, dress code etc.)
Job description check
Match your skills to the position
Preparation - preparation - preparation
Questions

4. Dress professionally
Put your phone on silent
Arrive on time
Observe the environment
Handshake firmly
Be kind
*Smile*
Be confident
Be energetic & enthusiastic
Look after your posture
At the interview (1/2)

5. Make eye contact with all the interviewers
Listen actively
Discuss
Show interest
Mirror your interviewer
Make questions
Ask for business cards
At the interview (2/2)

6. The fine art of small talk

7. Check if you need to download any program
Check the time zone
Check your internet connection, gear & lighting
Pick the perfect spot
Use a headset
Have alternative ways to connect
Inform anyone at home that you have an interview
Eliminate distractions
Make a cheat sheet
Make eye contact
Online Interview

8. Interview Questions

9. Please tell us a few things about yourself!
Why did you apply?
Why do you want to leave your current job?
Introduction

10. Do you prefer working in team vs alone?
Please describe a bad/good collaboration
experience!
What is your role in projects?
Collaboration - Teamwork
Belbin team role behaviours

11. Can you adapt in different situations easily?
Please describe an example that you had to adapt!
How was your lockdown experience?
Adaptability

12. Please describe a stressful situation that you had!
What did you do?
What would you do if you cannot find the solution
in a problem?
Problem Solving

13. Please describe a situation that you helped a
colleague of yours!
Please explain a situation that you thought you
were right and you changed your opinion!
EQ

14. What skills are required for this position? Do you
have them?
Please describe your strengths & weaknesses!
Skills

15. What motivates/demotivates you at work?
What are your priorities in a working environment?
Motivation

17. You must show..
Positive attitude
Motivation to learn
Problem solving skills
Analytical
Empathetic skills

18. Do you have any question?

19. Culture Future SuccessCompany plans
Your Questions
Follow up

20. Follow up
Ask for feedback
Reply kindly
Ask for considering you in future positions
After the interview

21. Part 2: Interview preparation
A presentation by Thomai Fytili
Best practices to start a successful career