Interviewing Tips & Reminders

Finding a new job has a lot to do with your first impression. This is your chance to show your potential employer how you will perform on the job. Thoroughly review these helpful basic tips for a more successful interview:

  • Know and understand the company with whom you are meeting with, research their website.
  • Understand the position and its responsibilities before your meeting.
  • Always be early, get explicit directions and allow for delays. www.mapquest.com
  • Bring two fresh copies of your resume with you.
  • ALWAYS dress for success -- professional.
  • Be conservative in all areas (hair, jewelery, makeup etc.)
  • If you smoke, please refresh before your interview.
  • Absolutely no gum chewing, smoking, cell phones or beverage drinking during the interview.
  • Greet everyone with a firm handshake and a smile.
  • Do not sit down until offered a chair.
  • If available, take a seat directly across from the interviewer.
  • Listen well (do not cut them off) and maintain good eye contact.
  • Have a positive attitude, be interested and enthusiastic.
  • Be confident and maintain good posture.
  • Keep your nervous habits in check -- no pencil twirling, cracking of knuckles, toe tapping etc.)
  • Express yourself clearly using proper grammar.
  • Do not get personal if it is not pertinent to the job or interview.
  • Practice your story and answer all questions directly - DO NOT be vague.
  • NEVER condemn past employers.
  • Follow-up with a personalized "Thank You for Meeting" email or card reiterating all the positives that came out of the interview.

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Posted by Jones Networking at 3/16/2009 1:10 PM
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