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Plan to arrive a few
minutes early. Late arrival for a job interview
is never excusable. |
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When presented with an application,
FILL IT OUT NEATLY AND COMPLETELY |
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Don't rely on your application or
resume to do the selling for you. Interviewers will
want you to speak for yourself. |
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Greet the interviewer by last name
if you are sure of the pronunciation. If not, ask
the employer to repeat it. |
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Give the appearance of energy as
you walk. |
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Smile! Shake hands firmly. Be genuinely
glad to meet the interviewer. |
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Wait until you are offered a chair
before sitting. Sit upright, look alert and interested
at all times. |
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Be a good listener as well as a good
communicator. |
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Look a prospective employer in the
eye while speaking. |
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Mirror the interviewer's leads, but
try to get the interviewer to describe the position
and the duties to you early in the interview so
that you can apply your background, skills and accomplishments
to the position. |
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Make sure that your good points come
across to the interviewer in a factual, sincere
manner. |
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Conduct yourself as if you are determined
to get the job you are discussing. |
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Never close the door on an opportunity. |
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Show enthusiasm. If you are interested
in the opportunity, enthusiastic feedback can enhance
your chances of being further considered. If you
are not interested, your responsiveness will still
demonstrate your professionalism. |
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Bring several copies of your resume! |
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Don't smoke right before the interview
and do not chew gum. |
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Do not answer with a simple "yes"
or "no." Explain whenever possible. |
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Describe those things about yourself,
which relates to the situation. |
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Answer questions truthfully, frankly
and succinctly. |
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If asked, briefly explain your reason
for leaving your last employer |
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Do not over-answer questions. |
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Do not inquire about salary, vacations,
bonuses, retirement, etc., on the initial interview.
If the interviewer asks what salary you want, indicate
what you've earned but that you're more interested
in opportunity than in a specific salary. |
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