1. Always research any company you are meeting with - check their website.

2. Confirm all important details such as the names of the interviewers, their roles within the company, the time and location and map out how you will get there (public transport times, parking etc).

3. Dress accordingly - while it is true that the rules of dress in the workplace have changed in recent years, in most cases you will still be expected to wear corporate attire to an interview.

4. Give yourself plenty of time to get there, coordinate your transport. Arrive on time at the interview, at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time. If you have to spend a few minutes waiting, it is better than being late. Please remember it is also rude to be too early.

5. Switch off your mobile phone, or at least turn it to silent mode before you enter the building.

6. Know the names of the people you will be meeting. If you are not sure of the pronunciation of the names, ask the receptionist. Get it right the first time.

7. Shake hands with a firm grip. Practice if you need to. It is a very important part of the introduction process and first impressions do count.

8. Be yourself rather than what you think the interviewer wants, it's too hard to keep up pretences afterwards.

9. Maintain eye contact with the interviewer. If you are in a panel interview - try to address each of the panel.

10. Avoid one-word answers. Take time to think about the question, describe a situation, the action you took and outcome.

11. Inevitably you will be asked at the end of the interview if you have any questions. Make a list of questions to ask. Some examples could be career progression, how your performance will be measured, why the position is available, and anything that came up during the interview that you feel needs clarification.

12. Shake hands again at the end of the interview, thank the person for their time, and ask when you can expect to hear an outcome.

13. If your interview has been organised by a recruitment company - please call them immediately and provide feedback on how you felt the interview went.