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the organization and read. If you are able to lay your hands on information about their

revenues, the performance of its major products in the market, staff strength etc., please,
get to know these things very well. It is not bad if you get to speak to a friend, a senior

employee or one or two persons who know much about the company. The more
information you have, the better for you.

In addition, research you job roles or read it all over again from the job brochure. Get

familiar with the competencies, skills and other requirements expected of your role in

the organization if employed. You cannot escape questions from this area. Please learn
all you need to know.

Some organizations prefer to conduct a brief weeding test before an oral interview, or
what they call an interview may include a written test. Interviews for some medical jobs

like the medical laboratory scientists often involve a third session call ‘Spotting.’ You are
expected to examine an equipment or a part of an equipment, state its name, uses and/or

maintenance. It varies. Find out about the nature of the interview and prepare
accordingly. You cannot over prepare; it is safe to know all you need to know than resolve

to guess-work when they ask you.

Ensure you have a good sleep a night before your interview. Select the cloth you want to

wear, get the address of the venue right and decide on your route. If possible, visit the
place a day before the interview to be familiar with the road. Be in your best mood. Try to

put all your worries aside for that moment and concentrate on your interview. You may
pick up whatever worries you have later. Go there with confidence and a valid means of

identification. Put all your documents and certificates including the call letter for the

interview in a folder. They may ask you to provide proof of invitation or identification
before allowing you in. Do not be caught unawares.

Reflection

“The first thing you should do when you get the invitation SMS, Email
or phone call is to take note of all the details.”

Poser

How will you get all the details you need for your interview?

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