Like the Scouts say – Be prepared! This may all sound like common sense, but you would be amazed how many people don’t think about the simplest things….

The first thing you should do before any interview is to do some research about the company that you might have future employment with. Find out what their company motto is, how many employees are employed, and what some of its best attributes have been through the past few years.

Practice Interview

There is one thing you must do before you interview. - You need to interview. Not the actual interview, but a practice interview or mock interview. This is a chance to work out your interview jitters. It is an opportunity to practice your interviewing technique and answers in a live simulation. It is also a chance to hear constructive feedback from someone who can guide you toward improving your interviewing style and presentation.

Be ready to answer –

Why are you interested in working at this company?
What are your strengths/weaknesses?
What are your long-term goals?
What did you like and dislike about your last job?

Dress to Impress - Look and Be Prepared

There's no getting around it: In every job interview, you're going to be judged -- at least partially -- by how you look. Make sure your shoes look sharp. Wear your hair neat and trimmed. Pick your clothes ahead of time – make sure they are clean and pressed. As a general rule, don’t wear tight-fitting clothing, don’t show up sleeveless, and don’t wear open toe shoes. It’s also a good idea to not take a bath in your cologne/perfume and keep jewelry to a minimum.

You will need to look alert and well groomed, so get to bed early the night before and get up early in the morning to shower and groom yourself - look and be prepared! Show up ON TIME and bring your own pen to take notes. And please do not chew gum! These sound simple but they are interviewers pet peeves!

Close the Deal

The closing is always an important part of an interview. Thank the person interviewing you and wish them a good day. A handshake at the end is always a nice touch. You want to be remembered in a positive way, a good closing is a big help.

While you are in the interview, collect business cards from everyone you meet with that day. Once you get back home, you should write a thank-you note to each individual person, recognizing that they took time out of their busy day to meet with you. Show your appreciation and express how interested you are in the position.
 
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