Interview Advice: pooping myself

Ok so I've decided to man the fudge up. At the end of the day they've approached me and if I don't get the job then I wont be in any worse a position than I am now.

My only real concern is that I don't have much in the way of a portfolio. My Uni work isn't great (though not terrible either) and I don't have any photographs of finished projects as I was always too busy for site visits once the job was completed. I am trying to contact old clients and arrange something but with the interview being Tuesday I'm short on time.

I may try and reschedule the interview for later in the week to give me enough time to compile and present my work (they did state I should call to rearrange if Tuesday wasn't convenient) or would that be a big no no impression wise?
 
Practice a 30 second sales pitch as why your the right person for the job and why you applied for this particular job. Think about your weaknesses and have an answer if they ask what they are. When answering this question always include In the answer how you've overcome the problem. "My written communication not as good as id like. I'm dyslexic and so have arranged for sortware to help me. What I've learned is to plan in more time when writing documents".
 
Judgeneo said:
Black tie with a black suit IMO. Clean shaven.


Talk to everyone pre-interview if possible. Knowing a bit more about the other candidates will allow you to communicate easier and more naturally. Talking to the receptionists, and the people running the days interview will help you be more relaxed in the environment.


Expect lots of competancy based questions - take the STAR approach to answering them. Practise lots of stories in the previous days so you can throw out variants depending on which exact question they ask.

If you are confused, ask for clarity. If they look confused, give extra clarity, as what they don't get.

firm handshakes, eye contact etc. etc. etc. Best of luck!
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If you really really need to poo, ask to use the bathroom.
 
First impressions are everything. Well groomed, firm handshake, smile and BREATHE! Take a bottle of water in too, you're gonna get dry.
 
Dress Smart (if needed), be early, research company and try to maintain eye contact during the interview. Think everything else is covered. Oh and no limp handshake, that's a huge no-no lol
 
Just remember they just people with a job that you dont have but want! ;)

Dont suck up to them, do not look up to them, but look at them as a person who has to do a job, as in employ you! :)

Just be yourself, relax and answer the questions to the best of your ability! :D
 
Edrof said:
Probably don't poop yourself.
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But keep it open, go with what your gut is telling you. A non-poop situation is the straight, no nonsense approach : this shows you're reliable in your ability not to literally crap yourself when in the presence of other professionals. A worthy trait!

Having said that, we all poop. Sometime a lot, I mean like a load of poop. You know how it goes everywhere if you're not careful? Bad news. Don't be Bad Poop Interview Guy because that ship has sailed. Be the Pooping Responsibly Guy and catch the wave as it starts.

If you are intending to poop at the interview then take your own toilet paper and handwash. This indicates foresight and underlines your ability to deal with potentially awkward moments. Always smile when pooping and don't let it interrupt any answer you may already be giving to the interviewer.

Good luck!
 
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