The Day of the interview…
The interview jitters may have already set in, and that is very normal. However, if you are prepared and confident and have followed the advice given in this packet, you will have
armed yourself with everything you need to do well in the interview. The following pointers are
aimed at getting you through the day!
- Arrive fifteen minutes early. Stop at the rest room and double check your appearance. Breath
mint? Make sure it is gone prior to speaking with anyone. You know what they say about a first
impression! - Turn your cell phone off! Better yet, don’t bring it into the interview.
- Fill out all applications neatly and completely, using blue or black ink. Be honest with the
application…you work in a profession that demands ethics! - Consider greeting the interviewer by his/her surname (i.e. Mr. Johnson) with a smile, direct eye contact and a firm handshake.
- Wait to be seated.
- Do not smoke (either during or before the interview) or chew gum.
- Sell yourself by using specific examples; do not use simple “yes” or “no” responses.
- Stress what accomplishments you have made, resources you have saved, or goals you have
achieved. What sets you apart from everyone else? - Answer all questions directly and provide an example whenever possible.
- Keep all comments about previous companies, supervisors and positions positive. Do not come across as negative.
- Do not discuss the compensation or benefits package on the first interview unless they bring it
up. Remember to utilize the advice of your recruiter. - Sell the value you can add to the organization – tell them what you can do for them!
- Always represent yourself honestly. If the employer asks you a specific question, answer with an honest response.