Interviews are part and parcel of the hiring process and are two way conversations with each party asking and answering a selection of questions the other has. Even though you’ll ask and be asked a lot questions, each one falls into one of three main themes.
From the companies perspective:
1. Can this person do the job? do they have the necessary skills and experiences to perform the job as we want it done?
2. How good? Compared to the other suitable candidates what does this person offer the others don’t?
3. Will this person do the job? What motivates them to keep coming to work everyday, and will they fit within the culture of the company and department?
From the candidates perspective:
1. Is the job what I thought it was? Validate you can do the job and provide information to convince the interviewer you are the best candidate
2. Is this where I want to work? Understand more about the company, and if their culture, structure and practices meet your criteria.
3. How does this job fit your circumstances today, and your future plans?
One of the biggest reasons why recruiting managers turn down an applicant is the lack of preparation they have done for the interview. With so much at stake, it’s foolish to think you will do all right without any preparation.