Did you receive an invitation to an interview with KPMG? Congratulations! You are one of the candidates who has a chance to experience perhaps the most interesting as well as the most challenging part of the recruitment process.

Detailed interview preparation is the backbone of your success. We evaluate the candidates taking into account the area of our competences. We investigate behavior of the people while performing entrusted tasks as well as their knowledge and capabilities.

How to cope? Follow these steps:

• Research the company (you may visit the website, read some brochures, newspapers, magazines, question your colleagues etc.). It will help you gain a better understanding of the firm.
  
• Think about examples from your life, which may be presented during interview. They should emphasize your achievements and uniqueness.
  
• Remember that everything you present during an interview will be considered part of your real nature. The interviewer does not know you. Be honest, but do not forget to highlight your strengths.
  
• Read your application once again (do not forget to copy it before sending to the company).
  
• Be committed to this job! Know why you want a career in this field.
  
• Think about questions you would like to ask. If the interviewer gives you time for it, you will have a chance to raise any issues you may be curious about. Remember, recruitment is a bilateral process, and both sides are trying to decide whether they are interested in co-operation.

What to do to overcome pre-interview stress?
Did you prepare for the interview? Still feeling not very confident? It is natural to be nervous sometimes it is good because it can help you concentrate harder. Try not to be overwhelmed by your nervousness.

• Be yourself! Go to the cinema, read books, meet your friends and do not think all the time about the interview.
  
• Take a step back and be realistic. What happens if you fail? The world is not going to end. Whether you do or do not get this job, you have gained some valuable experience and a better knowledge of the labour market. Next time you can make good use of it.

Useful tips for an interview day:

• Arrive few minutes earlier, don’t be late!
  
• Look professional: dressing appropriately, maintaining eye contact, and taking care of your body language are key factors in making a good impression.
  
• Listen. This is an important ability, which not everyone possesses.
  
• Clarify the question. If you do not really understand what the interviewer means, ask for clarification and answer accordingly. Stick to the question.
  
• Do not smoke, chew gum or be too familiar.
  
• Smile! It naturally raises your confidence.
  
• Accept a drink (tea/coffee/water). It gives you something to do in the silences. Try to stop your hands from fiddling. Place them on your documents or your drink.
  
• Be natural.

We wish you good luck!

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