Interview Preparation - 5 Easy Steps For Success

1) Build a professional CV that matches the role

Your CV gets you in the room. Keep it focused, easy to scan, and aligned to the job description.

• Put contact details at the top and ensure your LinkedIn link works.
• Use a short profile that states your target role and top 2 or 3 strengths.
• Under each job, list 3 or 4 achievements with measurable outcomes.
• Mirror the employer’s keywords for skills and tools where they match your experience.

Tip: Save as PDF with a clear file name like Firstname-Lastname-CV.pdf.

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2) Research the company and the job

Ten minutes of focused research helps you tailor answers and ask smart questions.

• What they do and who they serve. One current news item or project.
• The role scope. Top three responsibilities and success measures.
• Your value add. Two examples that match their needs.

Bring one question about the team and one about how success is measured.

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3) Practice STAR answers for common questions

Use STAR to keep answers clear and relevant.

• Situation. Brief context.
• Task. Your responsibility.
• Action. What you did.
• Result. Outcome with numbers where possible.

Example: When our clinic had a 2 week backlog (S), I owned the appointment triage (T), created a priority list and added evening slots (A), cutting backlog to 3 days in one week (R).

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4) Set up for success on the day

• Online: Quiet space, neutral background, stable internet, working camera and mic.
• In person: Plan your route, arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.
• Dress one step above the everyday dress code. Full outfit helps you feel prepared.
• Bring your CV, the job ad, and your question list. Keep water nearby.

5) Close strong and follow up

• Thank the interviewer and restate your interest.
• Send a short thank you email within 24 hours. Mention one topic from the conversation and how you can add value.
• If you do not hear back by the timeframe given, send a polite status check.