Be prepared for your interview – creating an interview kit!
by Jess Taylor (June 9, 2006)Getting called in for an interview – getting noticed – is one of the hardest steps in getting a job. Which makes it extra important that when you’re in the interview, you’re prepared.
One great way of doing this is to create an interview kit – a professional portfolio to take with you on the interview! Try using a legal-size notepad and portfolio, such as one you can find at an office supply store, and make sure that there’s a large side pocket. Add extra resumés, lists of your references and any business cards you might have. Don’t forget to include a pen! You don’t have to spend a lot of money, but it’s important to make sure that the portfolio you choose looks professional.
This interview kit can be an invaluable resource to take with you, and I’ll be adding a few extra tips and tricks for it over the next couple of weeks.