Interviews are a two-way exchange of information. Obviously, the interviewer
is trying to find out about you but you are also sizing them up, forming an
impression of what it would be like to work for them and deciding whether
you would like to join them. Given this two-way exchange, you must be clear
about what you want to get out of the interview and how you can influence
what the interviewer learns about you.
The interviewer’s agenda is to:
Get a clear picture of your experience and capabilities
Hear examples of how you have worked in the past
Get an accurate idea of how you match their needs
Compare you with other good candidates
Consider how you will fit into the team
So your agenda should be to:
Present compelling evidence of your experience, skills, knowledge and your
ability to deliver
Reveal your personality and style and your ability to work well with others
Assess how the organisation meets your needs on job content, working
environment, culture, style and career prospects
