You can make the interviewer feel more comfortable by using the same type of language they use. For example, if they refer to “co-workers”, use the same work instead of “team-members” or “colleagues”.

Practise this now by having a short conversation and match the language of your partner. This tip has been taken from the ‘Succeeding at Interview’ cards and comes from Clubs which is the ‘Your body language’ suit. The ‘Succeeding at Interview’ cards are based on the traditional set of cards with each suit covering the following:-

Hearts – preparing mentally

Clubs – Your Body language

Diamonds – Your preparation

Spades – Managing the Interview

You can buy this pack of 52 tips from out website www.1st-step.co.uk for £3.00 or with the ‘Succeeding at Assessment Centres’ pack both for £5.00.