Module 10: Comprehensive Interview Preparation

Company Research:

Company history and mission
Recent news and developments
Financial performance
Company culture

Tasks:

Write down three aspects of the company that resonate with your own values or career goals.

Sector Analysis:

Industry trends
Regulatory environment
Future outlook

Tasks:

Prepare a brief overview of the sector's current state and future prospects.

Key People:

Leadership team
Your potential team
Interviewer(s)

Tasks:

Identify a common point of interest or experience with at least one key person.

Competitors:

Main competitors
Competitive advantage
Market position

Tasks:

Prepare a brief comparison of the company with its top two competitors.

Role-Specific Preparation:

Job description analysis
Required skills
Potential challenges

Tasks:

Map your top five achievements to the key requirements of the role.

Preparing Thoughtful Questions

Develop insightful questions that demonstrate your research and genuine interest.

Tasks:

Prepare at least five questions, ranging from role-specific to company-wide topics.

Logistics and Presentation:

Location planning
Virtual interview setup
Professional appearance
Interview materials

Tasks:

Conduct a 'dress rehearsal', setting up as you would for the actual interview.

Mental Preparation:

Positive visualisation
Relaxation techniques
Confidence boosters

Tasks:

Write a personal pep talk to read just before your interview.

Post-Interview Plan:

Thank you note
Self-evaluation
Follow-up strategy

Tasks:

Draft a template for your post-interview thank you note.