Interview
Tips
Key Points To
Remember
- Preparation will make you feel more confident. Do a mock
interview with a friend.
- Make a good first impression. Dress appropriately and
speak clearly.
- Think about your body language.
- Be natural and be yourself.
- Let your sense of humor show.
- Be honest. If you don't know something, acknowledge it.
- Allow yourself to participate fully in the interview.
- Be an active listener.
- Have questions ready about the job, company, industry,
opportunities, etc.
- After the interview, write down details of your meeting
including information you learned, questions you
neglected to ask, and any requests that were made.
- Send a thank-you note, saying you're still interested and
hope to receive a response soon.
- Make a follow-up call a few days after the interviewer
receives your letter. Be polite and friendly. If the job
is still open, let the interviewer know you're
interested. If not, ask in a non-confrontational way why
you did not get the job.
- Only discuss salary when the interviewer brings it up.
- Don't go off on tangents or ramble.
- Don't volunteer potentially negative information.
- Be prepared to provide references that are positive. The
interviewer who wants them will ask. Do not submit your
references with your resume. Bring your references to the
interview, in the event you are requested for them.
- Don't appear desperate for the job.
- Don't make claims you can't back up.
An
Interview is a Two-Way Street
There may come a time during an interview when
the employer asks if you have any questions. This is your chance
to show your interest and enthusiasm about the job. Keep your
questions to about two or three. Here are some topics you may
want to explore:
the company's goals and objectives
major challenges facing the company
the people you will be working with or
supervising
what qualities the company values in its
employees
the company's policy on education and
training
opportunities for professional growth and
skill development
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