What to do (and not) when interviewing

Do

• Research the company to know its culture and services provided.
• Use good body language to appear energetic and interested in the position.
• Use your smile and eye contact to win over the interviewer.
• Quantify your past accomplishments rather than your experience.
• Be prepared to answer questions on your liabilities.
• Let the company name the salary figure: “He who names first loses.”
• Introduce yourself by first name and call the interviewer by the name the person uses to introduce himself or herself.
• Write a follow up Thank You letter to show sincere interest ASAP. Email is acceptable

Don’t

• Don’t correct the interviewer.
• Don’t take longer than 60 seconds to answer questions.
• Don’t overlook the interviewer’s body language.
• Don’t have excessive hand movements.
• Don’t exaggerate or lie about your experience.
• Don’t forget to show that you are very interested in the opening.
• Don’t be late for the appointment. Arrive 15 minutes early.
• Don’t bring up the topic of compensation.
• Don’t “name drop” to appear well connected if you can’t back up your claim.