This document provides tips for job interviews, including researching the company and position, preparing answers to common questions, practicing mock interviews, displaying confident body language during the interview, and following up with a thank you email afterwards. The tips advise arriving early, having a firm handshake, ending answers assertively, leaning forward and sitting at the edge of the chair during the interview, and addressing any concerns the interviewer raises.

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2. Interview tips

3. Before the Interview1. Do your research!Know the company and what they doIndustryProducts/servicesNews and updatesKnow the person interviewing you and what they doKnow the position you are applying for

4. Before the Interview2. Be PreparedPlan our your outfit and appearanceImage is everything!When in doubt, wear business professionalBring copies of your resume

5. Before the Interview2. Be PreparedKnow answers to common interview questionsCreate spreadsheet of answersPrepare questions to ask them3 questions about the company3 questions about the positionPractice!—Mock interviews

6. Common Interview QuestionsWhat are your strengths?What are your weaknesses?Why do you want to work for us?What are your short term and long term goals?Tell me about a time when…Do you have any questions for us?

7. During the InterviewEarly is on time, on time is late, late is unacceptableArrive 5 minutes earlySmile and have a firm handshakeBe confident in your answersEnd answers in an assertive manner

8. During the InterviewBody languageStay engaged by leaning forward Sit at the edge of the chair. Do not lean backLet hands fall on the table in front of youDo not hold hands together

9. During the InterviewAddress the interviewer’s concernsAsk them for feedback after the interviewThink on top of your feetBe able to counter their argument and appease their concerns

10. After the InterviewBe sure to thank themAsk for their contact informationSend a thank you email within 24 hours of the interviewSend a follow up email or call them if do not hear from them within time range given

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