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Pay Attention to The Job Interview
Dos and Don'ts

These job interview dos and don'ts will help you win in your future job interviews.

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It's easy to go wrong in a job interview. But after investing all the effort into developing a resume and cover letter that gets you in the door for an interview, you don't want to blow it when you’re finally face to face with the hiring manager, do you?

Don't worry; follow these few tips for interviews and you'll be on your way to interview success!

Things You SHOULD Do

  • Arrive on time—or better yet—10 minutes early
  • Refer to the interviewer by name
  • Smile and use a firm handshake
  • Be alert and act interested throughout
  • Maintain eye contact at all times
  • Make all comments in a positive manner
  • Speak clearly, firmly, and with authority
  • Accept any refreshment offered
  • Promote your strengths

Things You Should NOT Do

  • Be overly aggressive or egotistical
  • Spend too much time talking about money
  • Act uninterested in the company or the job
  • Act defensively when questioned about anything
  • Speak badly about past colleagues or employers
  • Answer with only yes or no
  • Excuse your bad points about work history
  • Ask for coffee or refreshments
  • Excuse yourself halfway through the interview, even if you have to use the bathroom

For more job interview tips, be sure to explore all of the pages on this site...

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