Good Interview Techniques:  The Successful Interview Before you go: Research the company. Visit the company's website. Know their history and growth. Re-read the job description so you can fit your background to their needs. Rehearse sample interview questions. Prepare questions to ask each interviewer that focus on responsibility issues. Don't get bogged down on the "What's in it for me?" questions.

Presenting Yourself:

• Arrive 15 minutes early.
• Dress in business attire. The less jewelry the better.
• Bring extra copies of your resume and references.
• Be personable as well as professional. Everyone you meet is evaluating you.
• Know your resume. Be prepared to answer questions about your first job as if it were your current position.
• All questions are asked for a good reason so answer accordingly.
• If necessary, ask for clarification before answering a question. Be honest and formulate your answers before you speak.

• Be sure the interviewer has heard your interest in this position.
• Ask if there are any concerns about your ability to do the job. If so, address those concerns.
• As soon as you have finished the interview contact your recruiter. Your immediate feedback is critical at this juncture.
• Be sure to send a "thank you" for the opportunity to interview with each person you met.

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