1. Schedule a mock interview with someone who will ask you interview questions and provide you with feedback. It is recommended you use someone who does this as part of his/her job, such as someone in HR. By selecting someone in the hiring capacity to conduct your mock interview, the feedback you receive should be constructive, accurate, and helpful. Use the information on the Mock Interview Checklist to guide how you set up and execute your mock interview.

2. Give your interviewer the checklist prior to the interview so he/she is aware of the grading criteria. Be sure it is the interviewer (not you) who completes the checklist. Ask your interviewer to give you specific comments on your performance, not just fill in check marks or points. Consider videotaping the mock interview so you can go back and see exactly where and how you want to improve.