Interview Do's and Don'ts

Interview Do's and Don'ts

1. DO's

   • Dress Appropriatly
     • Shows interest
     • Personal grooming/cleanliness should be impecible
   • Know exact Time/Location
     • Know how long it takes to get there
   • Arrive Early(at least 10 minutes before)
     • Maybe even earlier if interviewer specifies
     • Time to park, freshen up
   • Treat Everyone you meet with respect
     • Receptionist/interviewer/people you meet
     • Their views of you might have impact on hiring decision
   • Offer firm handshake
     • Make eye contact
       • Keep throughout interview
       • Friendly expression when greeted by interviewer
   • Sit Still
     • Avoid figiting/slouching
   • Back-up Statements about yourself
     • Focus on Strengths/Positive Attitudes
   • Have Intelligent Questions prepared
     • Do research on employer beforehand
   • Know when/who you should hear back about interview
     • Know what action you are expected to do next
   • Write 'Thank You' letter after interview

2. DONT's

   • No Negative Comments
     • Dont Show Frustration/Negative attitudes
     • About previous employers/professors
   • Dont falsify application materials
     • If employer later finds out, may be let go
       • Some jobs (doctor/lawyer) require certain qualifications
   • Dont talk about weakness/gaps in background
     • Don't talk about your problems
   • Dont ask about Salery/Benefits
     • Wait for interviewer to bring it up
   • Be clear in what type of work you're interested in
     • Dont expect Interviewer to know you interests
   • Dont go to extremes with posture
     • Not too slouched/ too rigid
   • Dont chew gum or smell of smoke
     • Dont bite nails, touch face/hair or adjust clothing
   • Dont allow phone to sound
     • If it does, apologies and ignore it
   • Dont read from notes/CV
     • Lack of preparation
     • Should know your history well enough
   • Dont be too relaxed
     • Shows you are not interested