Interview hints and tips
Developed by recruitment specialists, this guide offers structured, practical advice to help candidates prepare thoroughly and present themselves confidently at every stage of the interview process. It covers essential preparation, professional conduct, effective communication, and post‑interview actions to support a successful outcome.
Inside the guide, you’ll find:
- Getting into the right frame of mind - How to approach your interview with confidence, professionalism and focus
- Gaps in your CV - Preparing to expand periods of downtime or unemployment
- Researching the organisation - A detailed checklist to help you understand the company, its structure, its services, and its competitors
- Interview preparation - Practical steps for in‑person, virtual and international interviews, including location planning and technology checks
- Asking effective questions - Examples of thoughtful, open questions that demonstrate your engagement and help you assess whether the role is right for you
- Answering challenging questions - Guidance on addressing competency‑based and behavioural questions, turning potential negatives into positive demonstrations of your ability
- Professional conduct - Key behaviours and communication techniques that create a strong and lasting impression
- Post‑interview steps - Advice on gathering feedback, expressing continued interest, and conducting follow‑up professionally
Why download It?
NRL’s Interview hints and tips guide draws on the expertise of experienced recruiters, reflecting the organisation’s extensive history of supporting candidates across a wide range of industries. Its clear and structured format provides a step‑by‑step approach that helps candidates feel organised, well‑prepared and confident in presenting themselves effectively. Designed to support every interview format - from traditional face‑to‑face meetings to virtual discussions across different time zones - the guidance is both relevant and adaptable.
The practical and actionable insight throughout offers specific examples, recommended behaviours and proven strategies that candidates can apply immediately to strengthen their interview performance.
Key insights
Readers will learn:
- How to prepare thoroughly by researching the organisation, understanding role expectations and anticipating questions
- How to communicate confidently and professionally through body language, tone, and structured responses
- How to present experience effectively using clear examples that demonstrate capability and relevance to the role
- How to handle difficult questions constructively, turning challenges into opportunities to highlight strengths
- How to follow up appropriately to reinforce interest and maintain professional rapport with interviewers
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