- looking back, a checklist
Before you go through the checklist, do part 1 and part 2
Job Interview Self-Review Checklist – Present Tense A1 Version
1. Before entering the room
- I read about the company and job.
- I stay calm and take deep breaths.
- I feel confident and ready.
- I wear clean and neat clothes.
- I bring my CV or notebook.
2. Entering the room
- I greet the panel politely.
- I smile naturally.
- I make eye contact.
- I walk straight and sit upright.
- I keep my body relaxed.
3. Sitting down / starting interview
- I sit calmly and quietly.
- I keep my hands and feet still.
- I feel confident.
- I have pen and notebook ready.
- I focus on the panel.
4. Listening to questions
- I listen carefully to all words.
- I wait until the panel finishes.
- I ask politely if I do not understand.
- I take small notes quietly.
- I show interest by nodding or looking at the speaker.
5. Answering questions
- I speak politely.
- I give clear answers.
- I tell the truth.
- I take time to think.
- I give small examples.
- I smile naturally when I answer.
- I make a good impression.
6. During the interview
- I keep eye contact.
- I smile politely.
- I stay calm even if I feel nervous.
- I do not complain.
- I show interest in the questions.
- I sit upright.
- I speak clearly and not too fast.
7. Ending the interview
- I thank the panel politely.
- I leave calmly.
- I think about what I do well and what I can improve.
- I plan to send a thank-you email.
- I smile when I leave.