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Getting ready for the interview is all important. It's tough out there so you want to stand out from the pack. Common sense should prevail - the key to success at interview is thorough preparation. "Knowledge is power" - that's detailed knowledge of the firm, and of your chosen sector. It is also worth remembering that there are many different kinds of interviewers out there - some good, some not so good - but they will inevitably ask you some difficult questions - so prepare for the worst!
The Interview Itself
Everyone suffers from nerves before an interview, it's the adrenalin pumping through your veins that helps you perform to your best. Take care how your nerves manifest themselves - sweaty palms might not be the end of the world, but drying up completely at interview maybe.
Enthusiasm
Key at interview is enthusiasm, enthusiasm, enthusiasm! Obviously one doesn't want a performance like Spud in Trainspotting at his interview to be a travel agent, but genuine enthusiasm for the firm, the role, and the law is infectious. If you can demonstrate that you are going to be a helpful, bright, cheerful, enthusiastic, team playing, safe pair of hands, the partners will want you on board!
Be yourself, don't try to be what you think the firm wants, short term you might be successful but in the long term it's unlikely that this is going to be a match made in heaven.
After interview, take a while to think about what went well, what went badly and what you would want to improve on. Review what further information you might need in the next stage of interview.
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