Things you should do in an interview

If you have scheduled an interview with a company you sent a résumé to, there are some things that you need to do in order to get this job. The first rule of thumb is always dress to impress. Women should wear a skirt with a pump heel, nothing too high, a nice blouse and a blazer of cover jacket. Pant suits are acceptable as well. Never wear jeans or sandals to an interview. Men should wear a suit of a pair of dress slacks, a button down shirt and a tie. Always wear dress shoes, never sneakers.

Make sure right before you go in that your hair is in place and you look presentable. Make sure you have a copy of your résumé with you. A copy of the cover letter is not necessary, just the résumé will do. Keep it in a manila envelope of folder, don’t carry it in, it may get damaged some how on the way in.

When you go in, always shake the interviewers hand; make sure it is a firm handshake. It shows a kind of confidence. That is the key in an interview, confidence. If you know your résumé matches the company’s criteria, then all you need to do to get the job is show the interviewer you can do they job and yet fit in well with their company.

Keep your answers short and to the point. Always think about your answers but do not take too long in figuring them out. Do not discuss money, if the interviewer brings it up it is ok but don’t broach the subject yourself. An interviewer no matter what type of job it is is looking for the best person qualified and the best person to fit in.

Don’t brag about your experience, it is a turn off and don’t belittle your boss or co workers from your previous job either. A potential employer doesn’t want a selfish person and they do not want someone who can’t get along with others, even if you make it the other person’s fault.

Be personable but professional, be respectful and courteous. The ball is in your court, they need someone for a job and you need one. Try to remember you can help each other out and you may have a good chance of getting the job.