Before the interview

As the saying goes knowledge is power. Its even more powerful in a panel interview where questions are being fired left, right and centre. Make sure you study the job specifications and your CV and prepare as far as possible for likely questions.

At a minimum, the interviewers will expect you to have knowledge of the job role, the company, its products, services and competitors, how its viewed and issues within the market. Such information can be found online, on the company website, in the media and by speaking to experts such as recruitment consultants and industry bodies.