Interview Preparation Checklist

Set up your interview

Start with the basics. Your checklist will adapt to the interview format you choose.

Company Role Interview date Interview time Interviewer / contact person Interview stage

Interview format

Physical Online Hybrid

Notes from the invitation

Interview Ready Tip: Do not research just to impress. Research enough to understand what problem the company needs you to solve.

Read the job description againHighlight the responsibilities and repeated keywords. Identify the top three requirements Understand what the company does Review its main products, services or customers Check recent company developments Review the interviewer’s professional backgroundKeep it relevant and professional. Prepare a clear reason for wanting this role Prepare salary expectations and notice period Prepare thoughtful questions for the interviewer

Top three role priorities Why I fit

Interview Ready Tip: Memorise your key message, not an entire script. You want to sound prepared, not programmed.

Prepare a 60–90 second introduction Choose three achievements relevant to the role Prepare examples for teamwork, conflict and pressure Prepare an example of taking initiative Prepare a mistake and what I learned from it Prepare a clear reason for leaving or considering a move Prepare explanations for employment gaps or career changes Identify strengths relevant to this role Identify one honest development area

My key interview message

Interview Ready Tip: A rushed journey follows you into the interview room. Plan enough time to arrive calm, not merely on time.

Estimated travel time (minutes) Contingency buffer (minutes) Arrival buffer (minutes)

Recommended departure time

Enter the interview date, time and journey details.

Interview Ready Tip: Test the exact platform and device you will use. “My camera normally works” is not a test.

Choose an appropriate and comfortable outfit Prepare clothes and shoes one day earlier Check grooming and appearance Prepare identification for building security Prepare copies of my CV Prepare portfolio or work samples if relevant Prepare certificates or documents requested by the recruiter Prepare a notebook and working pen Keep the interview invitation accessible

Interview Ready Tip: Your goal is not to perform perfectly. Your goal is to communicate clearly, listen properly and show how you think.

Record the questions I was asked Note which answers went well Note which answers I should improve Record any concerns or positive signals about the role Send any documents I promised Note the expected response or follow-up date

Questions that were asked Answers that went well Answers I should improve Post-interview reflection

Prepare more than your answers.

Set up your interview

The hard part is still the conversation.