Preparing for an interview
Boost your chances of interview success with our comprehensive job interview preparation guide. With advice on how to answer tricky questions such as ‘why do you want this job?‘ or similarly tough career goal questions – you’ll find out everything you need to know about preparing for a job interview.
And, because things don’t always run smoothly, we’ve even outlined five good reasons to cancel a job interview, as well as tips on how to cancel it.
Receptionist interview questions
Preparing for a front desk role? Here are some common receptionist interview questions, and our advice on how to answer them.
Five character questions, and the answers that will get you hired
Sometimes it really is just a question of character. Here are five of our favourite character questions – and our advice on how to answer them.
Nursing interview questions and answers
Looking for a career helping others? Nursing could be for you. Here are a few of the most popular nursing interview questions, along with our advice on how to answer them.
Retail interview questions
Looking for a role in retail? Here’s how to put yourself in the shop window and nail the interview process.
How to research a company for an interview
Sometimes finding the best fit requires a little legwork. To help you get started, here are our top tips on how to research company.
VIDEO: What not to say in job interviews
Discover common interview answers that could quietly ruin your chances of landing the job. Watch our video to learn what to avoid.
Receptionist interview questions
Preparing for a front desk role? Here are some common receptionist interview questions, and our advice on how to answer them.
Five character questions, and the answers that will get you hired
Sometimes it really is just a question of character. Here are five of our favourite character questions – and our advice on how to answer them.
Nursing interview questions and answers
Looking for a career helping others? Nursing could be for you. Here are a few of the most popular nursing interview questions, along with our advice on how to answer them.
Retail interview questions
Looking for a role in retail? Here’s how to put yourself in the shop window and nail the interview process.
How to research a company for an interview
Sometimes finding the best fit requires a little legwork. To help you get started, here are our top tips on how to research company.
VIDEO: What not to say in job interviews
Discover common interview answers that could quietly ruin your chances of landing the job. Watch our video to learn what to avoid.
Types of interview questions
Interview questions come in all shapes and sizes. Here are some of the most common types of interview questions (and our top tips on how to answer them).
What to bring to a job interview
From your CV and references to proof of right to work and thoughtful questions, here’s everything you need to bring to your next interview.
12 things you should never do at an interview
How can you ensure that you have an embarrassment free interview experience? Here are 12 things all interviewees hope they don’t do on the big day, and how to avoid them.
Psychometric testing: What you need to know
Not sure you’re up to speed when it comes to psychometric testing? From test types to prep tips, here’s everything you need to know.
Behavioural interview questions and answers
From handling conflict to missing deadlines, we cover the top 10 behavioural interview questions, with our advice on how to ace your answers.
How to deal with interview anxiety
Here are some of the best ways to battle job interview nerves and make sure you stay confident, calm and collected on the big day.
Five good reasons to cancel an interview (and how to do it)
Need to cancel an interview but worried about burning bridges? Here are five valid reasons to cancel and a guide on how to do it professionally.
Common job interview mistakes (and how to avoid them)
From badmouthing bosses to wardrobe malfunctions, we cover the most common interview mistakes and expert tips on how to avoid them.
Interview types: What you need to know
From phone screenings to lunch meetings, interviews come in all shapes and sizes. Here’s the most common interview types and how to prepare for them.
Team leader interview questions
Looking to take the next step in your career? Here are 10 frequently asked team leader interview questions (and how to answer them).
What to wear to an interview
Unsure about interview attire? From smart casual to formal looks, find out what to wear for an interview to make the best first impression.
Interview answers that quietly ruin your chances (and what to say instead)
Avoid the silent rejection pile. Here are five common interview answers that secretly sabotage your success, and the best ways to fix them.
How to answer: What are your weaknesses?
Not sure how to talk about your weaknesses in an interview? Here’s what you should cover in your answer (and some examples of what to avoid).
How to answer: Why do you want to work here?
Struggling with the interview question ‘Why do you want to work here?’ Read our guide to find out how answer it effectively.
How to answer: Tell me about yourself…
Find talking about yourself a bit of a challenge? Here’s our advice for how to answer: ‘Tell me about yourself…’ at your next interview.
Customer service interview questions
Preparing for a customer service interview? From teamwork to tricky customers, we cover the top five questions and how to answer them.
How to answer: What’s the most valuable thing you’ve learned during the last year?
Our expert guide on how to answer this common interview question, including a step-by-step approach and a great example answer.
Best questions to ask at the end of an interview
From general queries to company-specific questions, here are the best questions to ask at the end of a job interview.
FAQs
How can we help you prepare for an interview?
We’ll help you learn how to prepare for an interview – from knowing how to research a company, through to picking the right outfit. We also have advice on how to answer the most common interview questions, so you won’t be caught off guard if any curveballs come up.
What should you wear to an interview?
When picking what to wear for an interview, always aim for an outfit that matches the company you’re interviewing with. If you’re still not sure, stick to something professional – but comfortable. We also have interview outfit tips from some of the UK’s top fashion bloggers, which might help inspire you.
What are the most common interview questions?
Some of the most common interview questions include: ‘why do you want to work here?’, ‘what are your strengths?’, and ‘what salary are you looking for?’ However, there are many different types of interview question, so we recommend doing as much research as you can before the big day.
How many types of interview are there?
There are many different types of interview you could attend – from the classic face-to-face interview, through to telephone, video and group interviews. On reed.co.uk we’ve got lots of helpful advice on how to prepare for each type, including our top tips and guidance on what not to do.