Excerpted from the Canada Career Guide
You can do several things beforehand to prepare for an interview. Research
the company, so that you have some idea of their corporate culture, their
successes and their current direction. Prepare a list of your skills,
matching it to the Company's needs. Ask yourself possible questions, and
formulate responses.
• Dress in neat, tailored clothes for the interview.
• Arrive on time. Canadians are usually punctual and expect punctuality in others.
• Shake hands with all those present at the interview, but be careful to allow adequate personal space, and avoid other physical contact.
• Be courteous and respectful. Canadians are deferential to authority and polite to each other.
Employers will look for your ability to respond to questions intelligently and quickly. During the interview, be yourself-and be modest about your accomplishments. Bragging, name-dropping and aggressiveness are considered to be in poor taste. Avoid raising the issue of salary or benefits early in the interview. However, if asked, be prepared to give your salary preference.
After the interview, write a letter of thanks. This not only shows your courtesy, but it also provides another point of contact with the employer.
This is just a sample of what you'll find in the complete guide.
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