// The Interview: What To Do and What Not To Do

Do …

>  Dress like other people who work at the organization.

>  Go to the interview alone.

>  Be on time or a few minutes early to the interview.

>  Shake hands firmly with the interviewer when you meet him/her.

>  Be yourself.  Be honest.

>  Listen carefully to what the interviewer is saying.

>  Speak clearly and use proper grammar.

>  Talk about the skills you have developed that will benefit the employer.

>  At the end of the interview, shake hands and thank the interviewer(s).

>  Do be prepared to ask the interviewer questions about the position.

>  Prepare to answer questions about your skills.  Click here for a list of the most popular

   interview questions.

Don't…

>  Wear clothing with words or logos on it.

>  Wear a hat, jeans that are too tight/baggy, or shorts.

>  Cross your legs, fold your arms, or touch your face during the interview.  Body language signals could indicate a negative attitude, boredom or doubt.

>  Speak about a former employer in negative terms.

>  Loose your cool.  If it makes you feel more comfortable, tell the interviewer you are nervous.  It can help to break the ice.

>  Smoke or chew gum.

>  Wear excessive jewelry, including rings/bars in your tongue, eyebrow, nose and/or lip.

>  Ask about salary, vacations, or promotions until after you receive a job offer.

>  Hang around after the interview is over.

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