| DO |
Make eye contact, firm handshake,
introduce yourself. First impressions are formed in
the first 30 seconds of meeting someone.
|
| DO |
Dress appropriately, suit or ensemble,
nice pants and collared shirt clean and pressed. |
| DO |
Have a 30 second summary of experience
and skills ready to roll off your tongue when a
potential employer says, "Tell me about
yourself." |
| DO |
Present yourself well groomed, hair
combed and nails clean. |
| DO |
Be prompt and on time for the
interview (at least 10 Minutes). |
| DO |
Thank the potential employer for their
time and send a thank you note the same day you
interview. |
| DO |
Sit up straight in your chair, arms
uncrossed. |
| DO |
Provide a professional resume. |
| DON'T |
Wear heavy perfume, smoke a cigarette
or eat strong smelling food right before an
interview. |
| DON'T |
Chew gum during the interview. |
| DON'T |
Ramble on and give more information
than asked for. |
| DON'T |
Put down former employers and
supervisors. |
| DON'T |
Wear revealing clothes, excessive
baggy pants, t-shirts with offensive words or
pictures. |
| DON'T |
Lean on the desk of the person
interviewing you. |
| DON'T |
Wear things like sunglasses, hats. |
| DON'T |
Forget good manners while talking to a
potential employer. |
