One of the most important points is undoubtedly the technical side: a stable internet connection, as well as the necessary hardware and software. It is definitely advisable to test these in advance to ensure the volume and picture quality are set correctly.

Choose a bright, quiet and tidy room, and ensure you have good lighting and a neutral background. To help you stay focused, you should minimise any potential distractions from people or pets you live with, your mobile phone or other programmes running on your laptop.

Once you have prepared for the content of the interview and chosen appropriate clothing, nothing stands in the way of a successful interview.

This is still most common at management level, but not at all amongst those just starting out in their careers. Moreover, the person you’re meeting already has your ‘business card’ in the form of your application documents.
If you have received your counterpart’s business card, it would be very rude to put it in your pocket without looking at it. Take a moment to read it and place it in plain view on the table in front of you. You can then carefully file the card away with your documents later.

If you want to impress the person you’re talking to, you shouldn’t just answer ‘yes’ to this question – you should be a bit more specific. For example, you could give an example of just how well-organised you are. In doing so, you can emphasise that being well-organised helps you to be less prone to stress.

Even if no date for a follow-up was agreed, you can enquire about the status of the selection process and your application. However, you should wait a week after the interview.

Admittedly, this question is a bit of a challenge. After all, you don’t want to talk about other job applications during a job interview. It’s also no use pretending that you’ve only applied for this one position. Recruiters know that’s a lie. It’s better to give a brief, neutral answer and then go on to explain why you’re drawn to this particular employer.