Mastering Universal Interview Skills: What Works No Matter the Job

Securing a job is not about possessing the right qualification, is also about the way you communicate, prepare and present yourself. These core skills will help you shine while interviewed for administration, sales, or other fields. Use this as your go to guide before every interview.

1. Do Thorough Research Ahead of Time

Before attending any interview, Know the company, its culture, mission and what the job requires

• Study the job description carefully e.g. responsibilities, key skills and desired traits
• Visit their website, review recent news or projects, and social media pages
• if you know who will interview you, glace at their background to find topics to connect on
• Be ready to ask specific and intelligent questions about their direction or work

This ground work helps you tailor your answers and shows genuine interest which is what most hiring managers appreciates.