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 INTERVIEW TIPS

Interview Tips

• Be well put together.  Make sure your clothing and shoes are clean and neutral, and that your makeup, scent, and jewelry are conservative. 
• Bring a copy of all relevant material including your resume, recommendations, contact information from past positions, etc.  Also, bring a photo ID (preferably your drivers license), and you Social Security card. 
• Always arrive early.  Make sure to ask about the parking situation before you leave, and give yourself extra time to get there, just in case you hit traffic. 
• Take the time to learn the interviewer's name, position, and description of the position.  If possible, learn some basic information about the firm.  If you are able to relate this information in the interview, you will seem well-researched and devoted to the position.
• Read over your resume before the interview.
• Be polite to all members of the staff who you meet with.  You never know who will have a part of the decision making process. 
• Give the interviewer a firm handshake and maintain good eye contact when you say hello.  Keep up this eye contact throughout the interview, but do not stare unnaturally.  Also, be sure to avoid any nervous actions by folding your hands and placing them in your lap.  Sit up straight and be confident and enthusiastic with your words and actions. 
• Do not sit until you are invited to
• Answer questions directly, only volunteering information when relevant.  You may refer to your resume, but this is the time for you to show them your personality.  Be confident and be yourself.
• Avoid answers of yes or no; explain and sell yourself whenever possible 
• Do not say negative things or complain about past positions.   
• Prepare questions to ask the interviewer when he/she finishes with the interview.  Ask questions about the company's history, how they make their decisions on personnel, and what you can do to contribute. 
• Try not to ask questions relating to salary, vacation time, etc.  You want them to know that you are more interested in the experience than the benefits of the position.
• Thank the interviewer for spending some time to get to know you better and let him/her know that you look forward to hearing from him/her again soon.
• Never forget to follow up if told to do so.  Even if you were not specifically told to do so, it is appropriate to call after a few weeks to check in and let the employer know that you are still interested in the position, and that you are persistent.  Use this technique when setting up interviews as well.