If you are about to land on your first interview, make sure you take note of the straightforward manners of a Dutch. You may want to take note of the body language and language skills tips mentioned in the above section, because it may become very useful during your first meeting with an employer. Below are tips specifically for your upcoming interview:

Tip 1: Before your interview, try to research as much about the company you will be applying for. You should be able to bring with you some basic and general knowledge about the firm for it will surely be part of the questions. Make sure to review the position you are applying for as well, this will help you make sure that your answers to questions are relevant to your job description.

Tip 2: Always be punctual and arrive minutes early before your interview. Although it is very unfortunate to be late on your interview, should you expect to arrive late, always call ahead of time and inform the company immediately.

Tip 3: Be straightforward in answering questions. Don’t beat around the bush or try to appeal to your employer’s emotions by saying irrelevant statements such as “My goal is to expand my horizons.” State your point right away and show them your motivation to get the job by answering questions based on the skills that you possess, but avoiding too much self confidence for Dutch employers are generally modest.

Tip 4: Don’t forget to wear decent and appropriate corporate clothing. Men are expected to be in dark colored suits over white collared shirts and women may prefer to wear a dark colored dress with a suit on as well.

If you’re the employee they are looking for, the HR personnel shall reach you out the soonest possible time they are able. Although it is not an offense to follow up on the HR officer, make sure you just politely shoot an email if you think you should be hearing from them already.