Complete Detailed Advice on How to Prepare for a Job Interview

A job interview is not the same as a career networking interview or meeting. If your networking efforts have landed you a meeting, go to thecareer networking section for help with planning your networking meeting.

In this section, we look at all things related to preparing for a job interview, which will include everything from researching the company background, to figuring out your travel route for getting there on time.

The most common things people stress over.

Interview questions are the number one thing people want help with. But before reading the job interview questions and answers ;page, it's important to understand and be prepared for the type of job interview you may be facing. There are different types of interviews and it will serve you greatly if you've learned a bit about them and prepared for each possibility.

Also high on the stress list is how to dress , which is covered in detail.

The least common concern, but perhaps the most important...

Critical but often overlooked is how to prepare intelligent questions to askthe interviewer. This is critical, because before closing the discussion, the interviewer will typically ask if you have any questions for him. Asking intelligent questions about the job, company, or advancement potential demonstrates that you care about your career. Read this page for help preparing intelligent interview questions to ask the employer.

If nothing else, please read this.

Don't skip any steps. Read all the information contained in this section, especially how to prepare , because it contains invaluable information including many tips and points you probably haven't thought of.

The best advice I can give you is this:

Keep it Real.

Do your homework, research the company, learn what you can before going in, and be yourself. Sincerity will go a long way in determining true compatibility. If you present a false picture of yourself, and you get the job, how will you ever live up to this fake image every day at work. Apply the rule of sincerity to everything from how you dress, your body language, your energy and tone, and your interest in the position or company.

You'll find complete career and job search advice throughout this site. Check out some of these pages...

• Setting realistic expectations
• Planning and preparing your job search
• The almighty resume
• The cover letter
• The compensation package