In this chapter, we looked at ways to get to the interview, including the documents that comprise your written communications: CV, cover letter, approach letter, and LinkedIn profile; as well as your verbal communications, for example, the various types of networking. All these components need to come together in order for you to be successful in your journey to the interview.

In the next chapter, we will look at the interview exclusively. You will be glad to know that you can put your research skills to use before attending the interview. So, we'll spend more time looking at how to effectively research the position and company, as well as the competition. However, at the interview—telephone or face-to-face—you will be called on to use your extrovert traits, such as making small talk, demonstrating enthusiasm, and exuding confidence. You can succeed at the interview and win the job if you put your mind to it.