Put Your Best Foot Forward

Since it only takes a handful of seconds to make a first impression, don’t overlook these important tips.

• Know the company and the industry. Information should be available on the internet.
• Read the literature in the lobby while you wait.
• Show motivation and enthusiasm.
• How well do you fit into the corporate culture? Pay attention to your surroundings
  while waiting for your interview. What’s the culture like? Do you see yourself fitting in?
• Dress the part.
• Turn your cell phone off!
• Show confidence with eye contact and attentiveness.
• Talk specifically about past work experiences. Stay away from gossip or bad mouthing former managers or companies.
• Be honest.
• Take care of personal hygiene before the interview i.e., body scent, breath, hands and fingernails.
• Try not to let personal feelings get in the way of answering the questions.
• Be specific in your responses and don’t go off on a tangent.
• Don’t be late or too early.
• Don’t smoke before the interview. If your interviewer is allergic, you’re in trouble.
• Don’t chew gum.
• Be nice to the receptionist.
• Be yourself!