Interview Etiquette

Responsiveness

• Maintain normal eye contact.
• Establish a give-and-take conversation.
• Don’t interrupt or monopolize the conversation.
• Be prepared with several questions you can ask about the position and the company.
• Asking questions indicates you are interested, eager, and willing to do the job.

Politeness

• Shake hands.
• Say thank you.
• Don’t sit down until the interviewer does.

Timeliness

• Arrive ten minutes before your scheduled appointment.

Preparation

• Have copies of your resume and references ready.
• Have your portfolio ready with examples of your work and accomplishments.
• Make sure you have done your research on the position and the company.

Honesty

• Never exaggerate or lie about your qualifications.
• Confess to areas where your knowledge is limited and then tell the employer how you plan to take corrective action.
• Help the interviewer by keeping your information relevant to the task at hand.