Alex Tait on June 21, 2023 at 09:04 am
Elizabeth helped me prepare for an interview on promotion having not interviewed for a number of years. Her support was absolutely enlightening and completely changed the way I thought about interviewing for that step up. Her advice and guidance for my Civil Service interview was so helpful, and I would definitely look to use the services again should I go for a further promotion later in my career as it was worth every penny and more.
Justyna on June 19, 2023 at 13:18 pm
Following up on the message I posted last week - I got the job!
Justyna on June 14, 2023 at 13:42 pm
I was extremely anxious about my first competency based interview in years, and reached out to the Interview Skills Clinic to better understand the process and prepare myself in the best possible way. Following a brief introductory session with Elizabeth, where I explained my fears, expectations and needs, I was put in touch with Georgina to prepare my interview. Working with Georgina was an amazing and an eye-opening experience - it boosted my confidence; I felt way more relaxed, and even empowered. I understood how to tailor examples from my professional career to answer various sorts of CBI questions. The interview went great and I made it to the next stage. I can't recommend Georgina enough!
Ben Cameron on June 01, 2023 at 10:43 am
I came to the Interview Skills Clinic as I had struggled with interviews in the past and wanted to nail my interview for the Civil Service. Claire prepared me really well for the interview by clearly explaining the format, their expectations, and always letting me know how I could improve. Claire helped me to show myself in my best light as well as build my confidence. I have no doubt that the sessions I had with Claire were instrumental in helping me to receive an offer. Thank you very much!
Maxine O'Neill on May 15, 2023 at 14:35 pm
I was nervous attending my first session at the Interview skills clinic but Elizabeth made me feel relaxed and confident. I work in a special school and was applying for a headship, I was struggling with giving in-depth responses to my answers. Elizabeth worked with me to support how I broke down the question to respond. At interview I felt confident and clear in the way I was going to answer the question and the panel feedback from my interview was really positive and I will be taking up my first headship in September. I really enjoyed the session and will use Elizabeth again.
Orlagh Jones on May 09, 2023 at 09:46 am
I found the Interview Skills Clinic a few weeks before my first two Civil Service interviews. As a recent graduate and someone new the the civil service interview style, I felt I needed some guidance. I was coached by Elizabeth and in just three sessions my confidence and understanding around the nature of Civil Service Interviews was exponentially improved. Elizabeth mocked interviews with me, helped me to technically improve my answers by providing me with tailored improvements to the examples I was using in my answers, and overall elevated my communication style. I was offered the job for one role, and placed on the reserve list for the other, so cannot thank and recommend Elizabeth and the Interview Skills Clinic enough!
Liza on May 09, 2023 at 09:27 am
I had 2 sessions with Elizabeth where she gave me a great understanding on how to answer interview questions with structure and gave me the confidence to be able to do perform much better in interviews, as this was something I was really lacking. Straight after these sessions I managed to secure a great role which I probably wouldn't have had the confidence to even go for without her help. The sessions were a real investment in myself and my future and I am so glad I did it. Thank you Elizabeth!
Suzie Howat on May 07, 2023 at 16:59 pm
I had 2 interview sessions with Claire to help prepare for interviews for my industrial placement year within my university course. Claire gave me practical tips and tricks and interview practice that helped me understand what to expect and which really helped me phrase answers to best showcase my experience and skills. I got the placement job and was told the decision was based off of my strong performance in interview. I would highly recommend Claire!
Tommy Gordon on May 07, 2023 at 13:36 pm
I had very little interview experience before I had the interview coaching. No face to face experience, just pre-recorded questions. With two sessions with Matthew Eastlake, I had the interview skills necessary to pass an engineering placement interview and secure a 13 month internship. The Interview Skills Clinic improved all of my interview skills; my confidence, my ability to answer interview questions, and my ability to communicate my skills and enthusiasm to my future employer.I highly recommend the Interview Skills Clinic to anyone who was in my position.
Preyesh on May 05, 2023 at 21:16 pm
Matthew is a superb work coach and I thorougly enjoyed the time I spent working with him. He is responsive, down-to-earth, and easy to get on with, all qualities which make even the most challenging task feel approachable when you know he is in your corner. He clearly understands the civil service interview process inside out but, crucially, Matthew has a tremendous skill in translating what are often vague and unclear civil service competencies into concrete ideas that can be tackled head-on. He employs a no nonsense approach and tells you what you need to hear rather than what you want to hear, which ensures you are fully prepared come interview day. In just a few short sessions with Matthew, I was soon receiving excellent scores across the board for my interviews and, very recently, I was offered a permanent role within the civil service at the department I wanted. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Matthew to anyone looking for the tailored guidance they might need to navigate civil service interviews. Thank you again Matt!