Interview Do's and Don'ts

Here are some other "Do's" and "Don'ts" regarding the interview process.

Do

• Plan to arrive a few minutes early. Arriving late creates a bad first impression.
• Ask for directions when making arrangements for the interview.
• Greet the employer by his/her surname (if you are sure you can say it correctly) and shake hands firmly.
• Dress and act conservatively and businesslike.
• Wait until you are offered a chair before sitting.
• Act alert and interested, and ensure to get your good points across to the interviewer in a factual and sincere manner.
• Be determined to get the job you are discussing!
• Bring spare copies of your CV.

Don't:

• Appear overly nervous. Project self-confidence. Try and relax.
• Stare at the interviewer
• Let your eyes wander all around
• Smoke or chew gum
• Give yes or no answers. Elaborate whenever possible and describe the things about yourself which relate to the position. However, don't waffle, lie or imply you are a miracle worker. Be truthful and as frank as possible in your answers.
• Be preoccupied with note taking during the interview
• Undersell yourself
• Answer what you weren't asked
• Leave anything important out