Interviewing tips

2. PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW
The job interview is often the single most important factor in a hiring decision;
therefore, preparation is key. Employers are evaluating your competence to do the
job, your interest and enthusiasm regarding the position, and your potential fit in
the organization.

3. PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW
What should I ask when invited for an
interview?
 Gather the names and titles of your interviewers
 Find out how long the interview will last
 Learn whether additional documents are needed
 Get any additional special directions to property

4. INTERVIEW ATTIRE
Attire for women:
Business formal attire: A pant or skirt suit with matching blazer gives a professional
impression.
Business casual attire: Even if the company allows jeans on a daily basis, wear a pair of
dress pants with a blouse, sweater, or blazer.
Attire for men:
Business formal attire: A suit with matching blazer gives a professional impression. Dark,
solid colors are recommended for the suit and a solid dress shirt with a
complementing tie.
Business casual attire: Even if the company allows jeans on a daily basis, wear dress
pants with a dress shirt, sweater, or polo shirt.

5. PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW
Folder or hard portfolio
Resume & copies
References
Paper
Pen

6. PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW
Research the employer and job description
 Employing organization, including its mission, size, culture, strengths and weaknesses,
competitors
 Interviewers information on Linkedin or company website
 Trends in your career field including salary trends
 Duties & challenges of the job and its relevance to the employer's mission

7. PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW
Prepare questions for the interviewer
Review common interview questions and practice how you will answer
Research salary range

8. DAY OF INTERVIEW
Familiarize yourself with route & consider traffic obstacles
Leave & arrive early
Be friendly to all you come in contact with when arriving to employer site

9. DAY OF INTERVIEW
Towards the end of an interview, employers typically ask if a candidate has any
questions.
An interview is a valuable two-way exchange of information, so use the time to
uncover whether the job opportunity is the right fit for you.
Develop a list of at least five questions for the employer.

10. DAY OF INTERVIEW
Towards the end of an interview, employers typically ask if a candidate has any
questions.
An interview is a valuable two-way exchange of information, so use the time to
uncover whether the job opportunity is the right fit for you.
Develop a list of at least five questions for the employer.

11. DAY OF INTERVIEW
Towards the end of an interview, employers typically ask if a candidate has any
questions.
An interview is a valuable two-way exchange of information, so use the time to
uncover whether the job opportunity is the right fit for you.
Develop a list of at least five questions for the employer.

12. CLOSING THE INTERVIEW
Thank the interviewers for their time
Ask for each interviewers business card
Send a “Thank You” card to each interviewer
Follow up to show your interest if you have not heard back in a timely manner