An interview is a meeting of an employer and seeking employee getting to know each other. This is the most important segment in searching for employment.
Background Information Who is CEO? Example
How long has company been in existence?
What is the main product?
Know their competitors.
Conversation Eye contact at all times
Answer questions brief and to the point
When interviewers ask you, " Do you have a question?" Have one.
Body Language Don'ts Don't ever yawn
Don't fickle hands or fingers
Keep hands out of pockets
Never smoke even if offered
Body Language Do's Remain still during the duration of interview
Let interviewer sit first-then you sit
Compliment family pictures, ornaments on desk before interview starts
Be Involved Ask about probation period
Ask about promotions
Show interest in longevity
Inquire about company benefits
Closing Do's Thank interviewer for his/her time {Valuable}
Hand shake must remain tight
Let interviewer put hand out first
Ask for job directly with eye contact
Don't respond until interviewer does
Closing Don'ts Don't end interview!!!
Don't stand out of chair before interviewer does
Refrain from excessive nepotism
Follow Up Call twice a week for update
Call after lunch for best results
Always leave name with Mr./ Mrs.
Don't stop in without appointment in some cases
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