Planning and preparing for the interview will help you interact confidently with your potential employer.

• Make sure that you have the necessary information on the company. Visit their Web site and read any available articles. Arm yourself with information such as company history, market share in Japan and worldwide, products/services offered, head office location, growth potential, number of employees, revenue etc.
• Be prepared to answer general questions such as:
  • What kind of position are you looking for?
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • What are your qualifications?
  • What do you know about our company?
  • Where do you plan to be in five years?
• Of course, more specific questions will make up the majority of an interview.

At the interview
Your presentation at the interview is a key factor to success.

• Make it a point to arrive on time for the interview.
• Project a positive, confident and professional attitude. Maintain strong eye contact. ·
• Remember to answer the question being asked of you completely and specifically. Do not provide excessive information in your response. STAY FOCUSED.