1Preparing for an interview begins long before you walk into the room and shake hands.
2I always research the company thoroughly, reading its website, recent news, and even employee reviews online.
3Then I write down five likely questions and practise my answers out loud in front of a mirror.
4Speaking the words aloud feels strange at first, but it makes a huge difference on the day.
5I also prepare two or three questions to ask, because interviews should work in both directions.
6Choosing clothes the evening before saves time and removes one small source of stress in the morning.
7On the day itself, I arrive twenty minutes early and use the time to breathe slowly.
8During the interview, I try to give specific examples rather than vague claims about my abilities.
9Afterwards, I send a short thank you email, which many candidates strangely forget to do.
10Careful preparation cannot guarantee an offer, but it almost always guarantees your very best performance.