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Green Lights

There are “green lights” you can look for in an interview, which will indicate how seriously you are being considered for the position. These are when the interviewer:

• Takes longer over the interview than the time scheduled.
• Schedules another appointment.
• Personalises the job with you in it. For example ’when you compile the information each month.’
• Describes an existing situation and asks how you would handle it.
• Introduces you to someone else in the company, or schedules an impromptu interview.
• Shows you where you will work.
• Asks questions about your salary needs.
• Asks you questions to determine your level of commitment or interest: ‘So, do you like what you see?’
• Asks you about any reservations you may have about the role, or the organisation.
• Asks when you would be able to start.
• ‘Sells’ the company or department as a wonderful place to work.

Please remember to send a thank you letter to the interviewer after the interview.