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I found this article on the FRA careers site, which gives advice on style type interviews. I did not know there were 11 interview types, so I can learn each type when preparing for an interview.

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Tips on how to prepare for an interview. 

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From this article I learnt that its imperative that you search about the brand you have an interview for to show you are prepared and to learn about the company on a more personal level.

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by Michael Cheary
When it comes to an interview, you can never be too prepared...
Whether you're new to job hunting, or you're a well-practiced interviewee - thorough research and effective preparation is absolutely essential to guarantee interview success. Attempting to 'wing it' will only ever end badly (and/or in awkward silences).

We've already covered telephone interview dos and don'ts and video interview tips, but if you're invited to a face-to-face interview - here are our top tips on how to prepare:

Getting started

First things first, you need to know what to prepare for.

Aside from giving you an insight into the role and organisation, good interview preparation will also give you some all-important confidence. Let's face it, no-one likes surprises.

But what specific preparation should you carry out? Here are a few key things to cover:

1. Research the company

2. Look up your role

3. Find the address

4. Pick an outfit

5. Think of some potential questions your interviewer may ask

6. Prepare some potential questions you could ask at the end of the interview

101 interview questions you'll never fear again
The week before the interview
Research the company
Interviewers expect candidates to have a good grasp of what their organisation does - meaning your ability to research effectively is essential.

Consider aspects like: how big the company is, how it's divided up, who their customers are, and who their main competitors are - as well as any recent developments or plans within the company.

With this knowledge, you'll be able to add value to the conversation, whilst showing a genuine interest in what they do.
Read the job description
When it comes to interview preparation, the job description is your best friend.

Not only will a thorough examination of the duties and required personal qualities help you to understand more about what the role entails - it'll also help you to recognise exactly what the employer is looking for.

Then, you can tailor your answers accordingly - coming up with tangible examples that prove you're the best candidate for the role.
What job adverts really mean Figure out the format
Interviews can take a number of forms - from one-on-one and group interviews, to position-specific tests, role plays, and psychometric questionnaires. And each one will require a different type of preparation.

Often, this will be explained when you're invited to the interview, but there's no harm in asking for more information if needed. Researching online to find out how the process has worked for other people in your situation will also help you to figure out what to expect.

Finding out who your interviewer(s) will be and researching their roles within the organisation will additionally help to reduce surprises on the big day. You can look these up on the company website, or try finding them on LinkedIn.
Competency-based interviews: What you need to know Group interview tasks and activities Write things down
Unfortunately, you can't predict every interview question that'll come up.

So instead of relying solely on memorised answers, prepare an additional list of your most relevant skills, attributes, and work experience. Each question you address will be an opportunity to provide some of this information to the interviewer.

That way, you can get be sure you'll get your most suitable qualities across - even if the specific questions you were hoping for don't come up.
What are transferable skills?
The day before the interview

Although you should have the bulk of your preparation done by now - that doesn't mean there's nothing to organise the day before.

Here are a few things to do:

Pick your outfit and try it on

Find a map of the location

Do a trial run to check the journey time

Put important information into a folder (e.g. your CV, portfolio, certificates, or any other examples of your work and/or qualifications)

Read and review the research you've done

Sorting out all of the above in advance will mean less stress on the day of the interview.

You'll be sure your outfit fits, you'll know exactly where you're going, and with all of your important documents to hand - the interviewer will be able to see you're prepared.

Even if you don't end up needing examples of your work - they could turn out to be a great way to demonstrate a point or answer a question.
Pre-interview checklist
The day of the interview

By now, you should feel prepared.

All that's left to do is get there on time, and put your preparation to good use.

Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled interview time - and if you're going to be late for any reason, make sure you inform the interviewer as early as possible.

If you're still feeling nervous - don't panic. Here's our guide to help you deal with stress in an interview.
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OK, so out of all the classic interview nightmares, which are the ones that really worry jobseekers the most?

We spoke to a group of university students to find out - and see if recruiters actually agree...

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by Michael Cheary When it comes to an interview, you can never be too prepared... Whether you're new to job hunting, or you're a well-practiced interviewee - thorough research and effective preparation is absolutely essential to guarantee interview success. Attempting to 'wing it' will only ever end badly (and/or in awkward silences).

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Article on advantages of using a concession and how many more retailers are looking into that.

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Although many businesses are facing struggles on the high street, QUIZ seems to be stronger than ever. Could this be down to the number of its concessions rather than physical stores? Read on, as we compare the success of concession stores with regular standing shops and discuss if one is more successful than the other and why.

Understanding high street stores

When you're setting up a business, many people will immediately consider high street stores. They're in some of the biggest towns and cities and are therefore accessible to thousands of people each day. But, almost 6,000 stores closed on high streets in 2017 across the pond, with many brands blaming the rise of internet shopping for their demise. Analysis of the UK's top 500 towns, carried out by the Local Data Company (LDC) for PricewaterhouseCoopers, found that, while an average of 11 stores opened each day in 2017, 16 per day closed down (not including independent shops). The report determined that it was the fashion and footwear stores that were hardest hit in 2017 and that spending in these areas had fallen by around 2% over the last two years.

Investigating concessions

In the past, concessions were solely used by high-end brands - but now, everyone is getting involved. A retail concession is basically a shop within a shop and it usually involves the process of one company selling its products in a host department store. Talking about the switch towards the concessions model, former President and CEO of The Body Shop and Monsoon, Peter Ridler, explained: "What's accelerating this change is that the standalone store model is no longer sustainable due to increases in payroll/rents and the lack of footfall on our high streets. And of course, the flight to online has left retailers with an excess of space. What do you fill it with? Complementary brands. "

There is little risk when it comes to operating a concession. Rents are lower and there are fewer costs associated with dressing a concession stand than kitting out a full store. There are lower numbers of staff and footfall can increase because of the reputation of the department store or surrounding concessions. Ted Baker's wholesale licensing and international model means that it has significantly more concessions than high-street shops. In 2017, it announced a lift in sales and profit, whilst reporting to have 237 concessions around the world.

As well as this, it's easier to market new products to consumers. When customers come over to the concession, their impressions of the new service can be judged before it is rolled out on a wider scale. One example of this was the Smartech concession in London's Oxford Street Selfridges. Smartech expanded its concession space to showcase new tech products such as a robot that can serve coffee to visiting customers. Smartech is also a great example of how concessions can expand, similar to physical stores. This business started as a 7sqm Selfridges' concession in 2016 before increasing its space to 100 sqm in 2018.

Quiz Clothing, despite the rise of online shopping, is opening new stores frequently. The chief commercial officer at the fashion retailer, Sheraz Ramzan, said: "Stores and concessions in the UK continue to play an important part in our strategy to expand QUIZ by driving sales, building awareness and showcasing the brand. Our stores not only showcase the brand and the product but as a true omnichannel business model, the customer can shop in a way that suits them, whether that's online, in-store or via concessions." QUIZ operates an omnichannel business where it sells its products through a range of platforms including stand-alone stores, department stores, international franchises, and online channels. It looks like this multi-faceted strategy could be the way forward.

Some brands may find it difficult to set up a concession though. The customer of both the host department store and the concession must be similar and the product range must be appropriate. Visual merchandising is important to bear in mind too, as companies strive to get their concession noticed over others in the department store - although, it's rare that these will be in direct competition with each other. Although we've said that the relationship between the concession and the host must be appropriate, it may not be obvious. Iceland announced in August 2018 that it would begin to sell its frozen foods through concessions in The Range, for example. Talking about the partnership, The Range founder Chris Dawson said that the "exciting" partnership will give customers "access to over 80,000 different products under one roof". It's clear to see that the customers are still at the forefront of any strategic alliance.

Suitable research and plans must be in place so that the business can operate on a smaller level and within a more limited space. It's not only beneficial to the brand implementing a concession, though. The model can also benefit the host store, as the process can help with rental costs and improve overall footfall.

Sources
http://www.unibox.co.uk/news-inspiration/retail-concessions https://www.theguardian.com/business/2018/apr/11/tough-year-high-street-internet-shopping-weak-pound https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2017/03/23/ted-baker-defies-retail-gloom-rising-sales-profits/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/concession-stores-future-retail-stuart-hogg https://www.investorschronicle.co.uk/shares/2017/09/25/boardroom-talk-quiz-clothing/ https://www.pwc.co.uk/press-room/press-releases/store-openings-at-lowest-level-in-seven-years-as-digital-demands-and-appetite-for-experiences-continue-to-redefine-british-high-streets.html https://www.essentialretail.com/news/the-robots-are-coming-to-london/ https://www.retailgazette.co.uk/blog/2018/08/iceland-open-concessions-range/

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Click here to get this post in PDF Although many businesses are facing struggles on the high street, QUIZ seems to be stronger than ever. Could this be down to the number of its concessions rather than physical stores?

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John Lewis on what they plan to achieve in the future.

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Useful websites that have helped me with my research throughout my brand report:
"Topman not only drives trends, we’ve changed the way men shop. We earn our sartorial stripes by creating brilliant, affordable and authoritative men’s fashion focused around fit, detail and fabric." (Arcadia.2020)

"marking the brand’s commitment to ensuring its offering is increasingly inclusive" (Arcadia.2020)
(Both from page 7 from my brand report)
Both From: https://www.arcadiagroup.co.uk/brands/topman

"We are an active member of a number of industry groups that aim to improve the environmental impacts associated with the fashion industry" (Arcadia.2020).
"Through our Ethical Trade Programme, we work to ensure that suppliers meet the standards set out in our Code of Conduct." (Arcadia.2020)
(Page 15 on my brand report)
From: https://www.arcadiagroup.co.uk/fashion-footprint/product/ethical-trade

"Topman Oxford Circus stocks over 40 brands and introduces hundreds of new pieces every week to make sure each visit feels completely fresh." (Topman.2020)
(Page 17 on my brand report)
From:
https://www.arcadiagroup.co.uk/brands/topman

"Over 70% of all shoppers over 25's spend as little time shopping for clothing as possible and 58.2% of 16-24's" (Globaldata,2017)
(Page 17 on my brand report)

"As 57% of 16-24 year old's are purchasing menswear online" ( Globaldata.2017)
(page 20 on my brand report)
Both from: https://retail.globaldata.com/Analysis/details/the-uk-menswear-market-2017--2022

Other articles/website I found interesting:
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2020/sep/13/arcadia-redundancies-retail-group-announces-full-payouts-in-reversal

https://www.theguardian.com/business/2020/nov/29/philip-green-arcadia-administration-hours-topshop

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Fashion SVP is a 2 day event held for brands and retailers who buy direct from factories. They can meet over 100 fashion producers offering ‘near-shore’ manufacturing services.

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Fashion SVP is held over two days at Olympia, London's premier event venue, and is designed especially for brands and retailers who buy direct from factories. The concept of the show is to provide you with the opportunity to meet over 100 fashion producers offering 'near-shore' manufacturing services, so you can discover what Europe, Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean regions have to offer. Apart from the exhibition, Fashion SVP also presents the latest know-how and experience via its hugely popular conference programme, free to all visitors. This is the one event where you can obtain the latest information on sourcing know-how, evaluate potential new suppliers and network with other like-minded professionals from your industry.

The Fashion SVP will take place on 2 days from Tuesday, 26. January to Wednesday, 27. January 2021 in London.

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Fashion SVP is held over two days at Olympia, London's premier event venue, and is designed especially for brands and retailers who buy direct from factories. The concept of the show is to provide you with the opportunity to meet over 100 fashion producers offering 'near-shore' manufacturing services, so you can discover what Europe, Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean regions have to offer.

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The London textile trade fair, usually 12 days, where upcoming designers can get an understanding of different fabrics/materials.

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The Uk's premier platform for fashion fabrics, clothing accessories, pPrint studios and vintage garments

The London Textile Fair is an exhibition for suppliers, buyers, distributors, manufacturers and for fabric and textile manufacturers. It is an excellent platform to introduce new products, establish business contacts, meet new and existing clients, to network with industry colleagues and to keep an eye oncompetitors. Exhibitors have the opportunity to showcase their brands and products to an interested audience. The fair 2020 will be canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak or postponed to a later date!

The The London Textile Fair in London took place from Wednesday, 15. January to Thursday, 16. January 2020.

Audience:
professional visitors only

Warning about COVID-19

Due to the corona pandemic (COVID-19), information about trade fairs and events may be out of date. You can get more information from the organizer.

Fair location:

Business Design Center,
52 Upper Street, N1 0QH London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Fair organizer
Textile Events
8 Gisburn Road
N87BS London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Display e-mail address
thelondontextilefair.co.uk

Fair location:

Business Design Center,
52 Upper Street, N1 0QH London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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Product groups: Cords Prints Design, Embroideries. Accessories; Zips, Embroidery, Fashion Fabrics; Wovens, Jacquards, Jerseys, Knit and Vintage Garments, Lace, Linings, Organic, Outerwear, Prints, Silks, Synthetics, Tapes, Trimmings, Woollens, ...

Industry sectors: Clothing, Fashion, Textiles, ...

Fairs of these Sectors: Clothing Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Fashion Trade Shows Textile Trade Fairs & Exhibitions

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