10 Steps to a Successful Interview

        1.         Arrive on time. 

        2.         Introduce yourself in a courteous manner.
        3.         Read company materials while you wait.
        4.         Have a firm handshake.
        5.         Listen.
        6.         Use body language to show interest.
        7.         Smile, nod, give nonverbal feedback to the interviewer.
        8.         Ask about the next step in the process.
        9.         Thank the interviewer.
        10.       Write a thank-you letter to anyone you have spoken to.

Interview Preparation

        To make the most of every interview, you need to understand the company who will be interviewing you. 

Don’t get axed out of consideration because you were too lazy to do a little research.

Here’s a quick checklist of questions to help you prepare for your interview:

        •         What does the company do and what do they sell?

        •         What is their market?

        •         Who do they cater to?

        •         What style of dress do they expect?

        •         Are they formal or informal?

        •        What are the job openings and titles they have available?

        •         What are the duties and requirements of those jobs?

        •         How do you/ can you fulfill their needs?