The document provides tips for successful interviews, including building rapport with the interviewer by maintaining eye contact, smiling, asking questions, and listening. Candidates should research the company and position thoroughly to ask relevant questions and emphasize how their qualifications fit the role. Proper dress, such as a suit for men, makes a strong first impression. Being well prepared with examples of past successes and skills allows candidates to provide specific answers during the interview. Punctuality is also important, arriving at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
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Interview tips
1. Interview Tips
1) Build Rapport
* Eye contact, smiling, and enthusiasmare key in your interview.
* Many managers express that candidates dont show enough enthusiasm for the
position so make sure you do so.
* Ask questions about the company and tie it directly to your previous experience.
* Not only ask questions about the company but ask about the responsibilities of the
position.
* Be involved and listen to what the manager is saying
* Before the interview research the company and gather as much information both on
the company and who you will be interviewing with.
* Keep them interested and answer questions with relevance.
* Emphasize how your qualities will benefit the company.
2) Dress for Success
* First impressions are everything and they make a difference in the hiring process.
* Be clean and neat.
* The best option for both men and women would be a suit.
* For men I suggest using a tie.
3) Do your market research
* Review the companies website.
* Review what the specifics are for the position.
* The more you know about the company, the better you can tailor your questions and
answers.
* Bring in 5 copies of your updated resume to pass on to other managers.
* Think of 3 previous projects that you were successful in and got recognition.
* Listen to the questions and give examples to back up your answer.
* Be specific and try not to ramble.
* Dont disqualify yourself and if you dont know an answer tie it in to your previous
experience.
* Be prepared to describe your top 3 assets in terms of skills, traits, and abilities
* NEVER BE LATE!!
* Arrive at least 10 minutes before interview.