For many people, interviews are a source of fear and dread, but they're often the last hurdle before getting a new job. Whether it's over the telephone, on Skype or face-to-face, preparation is always the key. Before you get to this stage, your CV needs to really wow a potential employee.
A quick check on Twitter could provide you with a gem of last-minute advice or CV inspiration, so we've put together our top people to follow.
This list is by no means exhaustive, so feel free to add your own suggestions in the comment thread below or tweet us at @GuardianCareers.
Corinne Mills, @corinnemills
SECS in the City - How to get your CV on the shortlist pile http://t.co/eMJidT5UiU #careercoach
— Corinne Mills (@corinnemills) May 15, 2014
Corinne is the managing director of Personal Career Management and a career coach.
Mildred Talabi, @mildredtalabi
"Before you start writing your CV think about what you’re going to do with it and where it’s going to end up" http://t.co/X8zlk9jCq5 #CVtips
— Mildred Talabi (@mildredtalabi) May 21, 2014
Mildred is a published author, careers blogger and CV expert. She has lots of CV advice and links to helpful articles on her blog.
Jonathan Burston, @IEASuccess
[New post] Avoid these 38 ways to stand out at interviews for the wrong reasons
http://t.co/SszSMJ9vz7
#interviewtips #interview #jobs
— Jonathan Burston (@IEASuccess) May 18, 2014
Jonathan is the founder of the Interview Expert Academy (IEA). He tweets about interview advice and technique.
CareerBuilder, @CareerBuilder
A question to ask yourself during your job search: What am I learning today to make myself more valuable tomorrow? http://t.co/FmrzFw0McM
— CareerBuilder (@CareerBuilder) May 21, 2014
Tony V runs the US-based CareerBuilder Twitter account, with tips for your job search and interviews.
Sarah West Team, @SarahWestRec
Attending an interview soon? Read this post for some guidance on overcoming those interview nerves! http://t.co/SBF44RiQaw #interviewtips
— Sarah West Team (@SarahWestRec) May 22, 2014
The Sarah West Team tweet from Exeter with advice and guidance on how to succeed in interviews and get a new job.
Jon Gregory, @letsfirewalk
+VE ATTITUDE counts more than almost anything at #interview Here's how to make sure you show it http://t.co/EWTEdJuc4W #career
— Jon Gregory (@letsfirewalk) May 14, 2014
Jon is an author, editor, blogger and trainer on job hunting, interview preparation and career development.
• We also have lots of articles on interviews and writing CVs, or tweet us @GuardianCareers with any questions you need answering
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