Getting a top job

Contacts is the keyword when it comes to getting the job of your dreams. Most of the successful job seekers get their dream job by keeping up contacts they've previously made. So if you aim for the top jobs, it's a good idea to stay in touch.

If you're not fortune enough to have contacts that can help, you still have a chance. A lot of people miss opportunities to get that top job simply because they haven't prepared enough for the job interview. There are a lot of ways to prepare so you don't get caught by surprise when the interviewer asks you a tricky question. You can find good examples of interview questions by making a simple search at Google.

The first impression is always important, so keep the following tips in mind when going to the job interview:

• Make sure you wear something proper
• Be on time for your job interview
• Bring copies of your CV and cover letter
• Be enthusiastic
• Do not answer unrelated question like for example about religion and politics
• Do a wage research before the interview
• Don't initiate any salary discussion until the second interview

If you're well prepared for the interview you'll be a lot more calm and confident. Go read about the company so you're well familiar with their area of business and the market they work with.

If you know anyone who works for the company it's a good idea to contact that person and get as much information as possible about how it is working for the company. The more information you have, the better impression you'll make on the interview.