Interview Tips

Telephone Interview
Research - Prior to the phone call, research their website at length.

Why are you interviewing? - Know the reason why you would like to work at the company

Laundry List - Have a list of accomplishments and pertinent skills in front of you and know why you are a fit for the job. If you cannot articulate this you may not get the face to face interview

Privacy Please - Schedule the interview at a time and number where you can be alone and talk freely. Land lines are better than mobile phones whenever possible

Resume at the Ready - Be sure to have your resume in front of you so you can follow along with your background as they ask your questions

Be Honest - Answer questions as directly as possible. If you do not know, say so. Be candid, friendly, cheerful and courteous; confident but not cocky. If you sense that the other person wants to do lots of talking - let them. People like others who are interested in hearing them talk

Face-to-Face Interview

Be Prepared - Prior to your visit, educate yourself about the company - go through their web site and write down several questions that come to mind. People notice when you have knowledge of their company and/or product.

Practice - Practice your interview skills - that means answering the interview questions out loud to yourself as if you were in the interview.

Dress Code - know the office dress code- look sharp and professional.

Eye Contact - Look people in the eye when talking or listening to them

Just Listen - No single thing you can do will affect the interview more than just being a good listener. Do not talk too much. Never over sell your skills set.