"Face to Face."

First impressions count. Don't forget that the applicant is interviewing you just as much as you are interviewing them. You might find the following tips useful!

• Prepare questions that address the skills and experience the job specification requires.
• Make sure you have read the applicant's CV and note any specific issues you need to address.
• Have a suitable room booked for your interviews.
• Make sure each applicant is greeted in a friendly and professional manner, from reception onward.
• Make sure you won't be interrupted during the interview.
• Keep to scheduled times.
• Do make an effort to put the applicant at ease.
• Outline what format the interview will take.
• Tell the applicant that you will take notes.
• Keep control of the interview and stick to the planned interview questions.
• Give applicants an overview of the company and the role.
• Schedule some of the interview time for questions from the applicant.
• Ask the applicant if they are interested in the role after the interview.
• Inform the applicant what the next steps will be and when he/she is likely to hear from you.

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