INTERVIEWING TIPS 1. Prepare for the interview by finding out as much about the company
as
possible. Be
knowledgeable about the company's products/services as well as
who
their main
competitors are. Also, bring any materials that interviewer might
request
such as a
copy of your resume, transcripts, references, etc. 2. Dress appropriately. Always wear professional attire making sure
that your
clothes
are neatly pressed. Remember this is the first impression you make
to a
potential
employer. Look in the mirror before going into an interview to make
sure that you are
projecting the most professional image possible. 3. Arrive on time. Punctuality is important to most employers. Whether
you arrive
on
time or not is an indication of your punctuality as an employee. If
you are
unfamiliar
with the area, drive out to the location prior to the interview day
so
that you know
exactly where you are going. In fact, it is a good idea to arrive
10-15
minutes early so
that you can go through any security checkpoints that
are
required. 4. Greet the interviewer with a handshake. Maintain eye contact and
shake the
interviewer's hand FIRMLY. 5. Be confident. Sit up straight and discuss your experience and knowledge
with
confidence maintaining eye contact with the interviewer. 6. Always tell the interviewer that you need to leave two weeks notice
if you are
currently employed. This reflects positively on you as a future employee. 7. Never, under any circumstances, speak poorly of a former employer.
If a job
has
ended under less than positive circumstances this can be hard, but
it is
essential that
you put your hurt feelings aside during the interview. 8. Ask questions. This will show the employer that you have been paying
attention
and that you are interested in learning more. During the initial
interview,
refrain from
asking questions about the company's employee turnover
or other
subjects
that the
interviewer may not be prepared to answer. Also,
during the
first interview,
do not ask
questions about salary, benefits, etc. This
can be
addressed as an
offer draws near.
Practice listening actively showing
your
enthusiasm and interest in
the subject. 9. Thank the interviewer for his/her time and follow up the next day
with a
"Thank
you" letter to the interviewer. BEST WISHES!
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