Day 1: Know the Job and Company

Read the Job Description Carefully

• Highlight key responsibilities, skills, and qualifications.
• Align your experience and achievements with the job description.

Company Research:

• Visit their website to know their mission and values.
• Seek recent news or achievements.
• Industry and competitor analysis.

Role Research:

• Connect with current or previous employees on LinkedIn, if available.
• Know the culture of the company or dynamics of the team.

Day 2: Preparing Your Answers to Common Questions

Behavioral Questions:

Use the STAR approach (Situation, Task, Action, Result) in your answers for the following questions, among others:

• Tell me about yourself.
• What is your major achievement?
• Describing a story of when a challenge was found and how this challenge was confronted.
• Technical Qs, where applicable.
• Basic knowledge or qualifications for the task.
• Prepare some q's that represent problem-solving and could be coding activities or case-study-based Q's.

Why This Role/Company?

Provide an answer detailing why you admire the company as well as any interest you would have in carrying out its set objectives.

Day 3: Revising Resumes and Personal Portfolio

To Tailor One's Resume:

• One should highlight important experiences.
• Use action verbs to bring up achievements.

Create a Portfolio (if applicable):

• Bring your best work out, depending on whether this is design, writing, or coding work.
• Update your LinkedIn profile.

Print Essentials:

• Print multiple copies of your resume.
• Assemble any certificates or samples of work.

Day 4: Interview Practice

Mock Interviews:

• Get someone else to interview you, such as a friend, mentor, or family member.
• Record yourself, and review body language, tone of voice, and clarity.

Practice Common Questions:

Practice clear and concise answers for questions like:

• "What are your strengths and weaknesses?"
• "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?"

Communicate Non-Verbally:

• Posture, eye contact, and gestures are to be in focus.
• A natural smile showing enthusiasm is encouraged.

Day 5: Preparing Questions for the Interviewer

Catch Your Interviewer's Curiosity and Interest:

Be prepared with 3–5 smart questions:

• "What does success look like in this role?"
• "Can you tell me a little about the team I'd be working with?"
• "What are the company's growth expectations over the next 5 years?"

Customized Questions:

• The company's previous projects or major successes.
• Let your questions be departmental or role-specific.

Day 6: Logistics and Final Preparations

Plan Your Route:

• Confirm the interview time and location, or the link for the virtual platform.
• Test your commute to ensure you arrive ahead of time.

Prepare Your Outfit:

• Wear professional attire that fits the company culture.
• Ensure everything is clean, ironed, and fits well.

Gather Your Interview Kit:

• A folder with your resume, portfolio, and questions.
• A notebook and pen to write down important points.

Day 7: Chill and Boost Your Self-Confidence

Review the Key Points:

• Read through the job description, company details, and ready answers.

Visualize Success:

See yourself confidently and astutely answering questions and interacting with the interviewer.

Relax and Recharge:

• Get a good sleep at night.
• Do not study the day before. Do not cram. Remain calm and focused.

Interview Day Bonus Tips

• Plan to be 10–15 minutes early. This shows time consciousness and eagerness.
• Be Positive and Energetic: Demonstrate a genuine interest in the position and the organization.
• Follow Up: Send a personalized thank-you email within 24 hours after the interview.