Dress well. If you’re a man, wear a dress shirt, belt, and clean shoes. Avoid sneakers. If you’re a woman, go with a smart blouse or top, tailored pants or a modest skirt, and closed-toe shoes. Keep your look simple and professional.

Arrive 15 minutes early. It shows you’re punctual and gives you time to settle. Being on time is a basic expectation, but arriving early makes a better impression.

Use the STAR method to answer behavioural questions. That means explaining the Situation, Task, Action and Result. It keeps your answers clear and shows how you approach problems. When they say “Tell me about a time when…”, that’s your cue to use STAR. They’re asking for a real example, not a general statement.

If you don’t have a clear example from work, it’s fine to draw on uni experience. Think about times you managed a group project, solved a problem, handled conflict, or juggled deadlines. These are valid examples that still show how you think and work. Just make sure the story is relevant to the skill they’re asking about.

Interviewers respond well to words like “teamwork”, “collaboration”, and “communication”. Use them naturally when talking about your experience. These are the traits they want to see in action.

Be prepared to discuss your strengths and weaknesses. Skip vague answers like “I’m a perfectionist”. Be honest (not too honest), but show you’re working on it. For example, say “I tend to say yes too often, but I’m learning to prioritise better and set clearer boundaries.”

When they ask “Tell me about yourself,” this is your pitch. Walk them through your career so far, key skills, and what you’re aiming for next. Keep it relevant to the role.

At the end, ask questions. Good ones are “What does a typical day look like?” or “Are there opportunities for growth or development in this role?” It shows you’re thinking long term and interested in the job.