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Dos and Don'ts of Interviewing

Preface

Dos

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Take identification (driver's license, Social Security card, or passport) and extra resumes.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Smile.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Greet everyone in a polite and friendly manner.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Shake hands firmly.

Large Blue Triangle BulletTry to relax.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Be polite and friendly.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Show enthusiasm for the opportunity to work.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Speak clearly and distinctly.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Allow the employer to complete what he or she is saying with out interruption.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Listen carefully.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Maintain eye contact.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Tell the interviewer that you are willing to work hard.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Use the interviewer's name in the conversation.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet At the end of the interview, ask when you might hear about a decision.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Thank the interviewer for his/her time.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Send a thank you letter expressing your interest in the job and the company.

Don'ts

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Chew gum or use tobacco before or during the interview.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Slouch.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Fidget.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Be late.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Be rude or present a negative attitude.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Mumble.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Stare off into space.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Forget the name of the interviewer.

Large Blue Triangle Bullet Go to the interview without doing research about the company.

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