Interview Tips: Do's and Don'ts
Please find below some useful do's and don'ts with regards to interviews:
- DO: Dress to make a good first impression
- DO: Know the exact time and location of your interview
- DO: Arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the interview start time
- DO: Greet the interviewer with a firm handshake and maintain eye contact
- DO: Address the interviewer by their title (unless otherwise instructed)
- DO: Sit still and upright in your seat throughout the interview
- DO: Prepare questions to ask the interviewer
- DO: Ask when you should expect to hear from the company next
- DO: Thank the interviewer for their time
- DO: Follow-up the interview with a thank-you letter
- DON’T: Turn up late for the interview
- DON’T: Make negative comments with regards to previous jobs
- DON’T: Give the impression you're only interested in the job for the money
- DON’T: Act as if you’re desperate for a job
- DON’T: Chew gum
- DON’T: Smoke before the interview
- DON’T: Leave your phone on during the interview
- DON’T: Slouch in your chair
- DON’T: Ask about salary or benefits – this comes after the job offer
- DON’T: Ramble on – just back up each answer with relevant examples
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