The job interview, part 3 (A1 advanced, a checklist)

  • 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.