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Monday, August 10th, 2009

Interview Help

If you have an approaching interview, these top tips will help you to set up stronger

1. Remember, an interview is not an verbal examination. This is your chance to learn about the company in addition to being their opportunity to discover about you. Asking queries won’t only assist you decide if you desire the vacancy if they offer it to you, it also displays that you are really curious in the department.
2. Take the time to do some research about the corporation”suss out their website for their mission, leadership, etc. Youll be able to ask wise questions and show that youve done your homework.
3. Ensure youre at your best for the interview. Get a good nights sleep but Dont sleep too late, and eat a good breakfast and (if your interview is in the afternoon) lunch. Then brush your teeth.
4. Keep in mind the importance of a first impression. Make sure you are clothed suitably.
5. Arrive ten to fifteen minutes ahead of time. Dont show up half an hour in advance, but Dont come racing in at the last minute. And coming in late is the kiss of death for any interview”if you are two minutes late for one pivotal meeting, how does the interviewer know you wont be fifteen minutes late to work every day?
6. Carry an extra copy of your resume, and your references. Find something neat to carry them in (Do not carry your backpack!).
7. Use your best business manners”give a firm handshake and wait to be asked to take a seat. Once youre seated, sit up straight and Dont fidget or wiggle (if you have an opportunity, a Mock or Practice Interview could be a lot of help). AVOID: scratching, pulling up your socks or hose, adjusting any part of your clothing (do that before you come in), touching your face or mouth, playing with your hair or anything remotely like that.
8. Make lots of eye contact to convey honesty and confidence”but remember its not a staring contest.
9. Ooze professionalism. Pay attention to the interviewer, be self-confident (if you Do not toot your own horn, theres no brass section behind you to fill in), polite, and articulate.
10. Follow up is vital. Post a thank you note to the interviewer by a means befitting to the job (if its computer-centered, e-mail may be acceptable; for other kinds of job, go with respectable stationary or notecards).

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