While nerves are healthy, the more prepared you are, the less you will have to be nervous about. The following tips should prove useful:Arrive with time to spare. Memorise your route to the office. If you’re delayed for any reason, be sure to notify the company or your consultant immediately. Go for a coffee or juice beforehand and use this as an opportunity to focus. Visualise the interview being a success, or maybe try some meditative breathing - the ‘7/11’ technique recommends 7 seconds in, 11 out. Come dressed appropriately. The interviewer will expect to see you in professional attire. Ensure a firm handshake and smile on first meeting and maintain a comfortable level of eye contact throughout. Now is your opportunity to bring all that preparation into play. Demonstrate the knowledge you have gained about the company; ask about career progression but don’t let that eclipse your enthusiasm for the current position. If you have any reservations about the role or company, don’t express them in the interview! Your Page Personnel Secretarial consultant will be happy to listen and offer advice.Office supportLinksAbout usRoles we recruitOur client promiseOur methodologyGlobal reachOur specialist areas of expertiseInsight and adviceLinksWhat makes a good secretary/PAPreparing for an interviewDress for successStaying calm on the big dayCompetency based questionsSome typical questionsAfter the interview
