Author: Andrew Reed

Experienced interview coach with Anson Reed and co-author of the bestselling interview guide Top Answers to 121 Job Interview Questions. With over 20 years experience of recruiting and leading large teams Andrew is well placed to know just what is required to secure a job offer. LinkedIn
By: Andrew Reed
Last updated: May 24 2025
Have you been invited to a competency based or behaviour interview and want to know how to prepare? Want to be sure of getting a pass?
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By: Andrew Reed
Last updated: April 22 2025
For most sales interviews, you should expect to give a short presentation. The reason they ask for this simple.They want to see how good your communication skills are.
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By: Andrew Reed
Last updated: May 26 2025
Are you looking to get a job with the Civil Service or other Government department and the job descriptions states that one of the core behaviors they will assess you on is Working Together?
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By: Andrew Reed
Last updated: May 23 2025
Making Effective Decisions is one of the 9 Civil Service core behaviours. All posts require decision making and it is one the most common competencies examined during the recruitment process.
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By: Andrew Reed
Last updated: May 26 2025
Seeing the Big Picture is one of the 9 Civil Service behaviours forming part of the Success Profiles framework. For most roles in the Civil Service and all Government departments, Seeing the Big Picture is often listed as one of the behaviours they will assess you on.
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By: Andrew Reed
Last updated: May 26 2025
Changing and Improving is another of the 9 Civil Service behaviours and is a very common requirement for many different jobs. This is a core competency which relates not just to senior positions but is relevant for all staff.
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