Some Top Tips
Last year iknowho interviewed just over 750 marketers in person and a further 600 by phone, so with all this interview practice these are just some interesting facts we’ve noticed over the years;
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Interviewer Tips
Interview facts
- A decision is usually made within the first 10 mins and then the rest of the time is spent justifying the decision
- Interviewers use the “I like you, if you’re like me” approach irrespective of the role
- The more the interviewer talks, the more favourably the candidates are evaluated
- Research shows that interviewers are more influenced by negatives than positives
- The most successful interviews are structured
Our top interview tips
- Interviews are a great PR tool – use them wisely
- Be prepared (read their CV) – and be on time!
- Welcome (greeting, introduce yourself and your role)
- Set an agenda and timeframe
- The candidate should ‘feel’ superior
- Listen with your ears
- Keep the interview flowing – ask open/delving questions
- Consider the competencies required and prepare open ended questions
- Remember your self-presentation too – this counts!
- Follow up – EVEN if they are not right, manners are important!