Study Up On Your Employer And Interviewer. One of the most irritating things as an employer is having someone come into my office who does not know my background or what is offered in my office. Do your homework before any interview. This is important for two reasons. First, you want to know if the business is a good fit for you. Second, you want to know as much about the person and place where you are interviewing as they know about you. The internet is a great source of information. Visit the company’s web site. If you know the name of the person who is interviewing you, search for them. Determine if they have written any books, articles, or book chapters which can give an insight into their interests. Everyone likes to talk about themselves. If you can get lucky and get an insight into the personal life of your interviewer, talking about their interests can be a great way to leave a positive impression. At a minimum, at least know the basics about the company you are asking for a job from.
Don’t Pad Your Resume. If a prospective employer finds that you have padded your resume with experience or training which you do not have, that will lead to an immediate filing in the big round filing cabinet. By the same token, be sure to include all of your strengths in your resume. It is your time to convince your employer that you are the one to choose. It should also be about one page in length unless you have some outstanding information to pass along. The second and third pages are not likely to ever be seen.
Be Sure That Your References Are Positive. When asking someone to be a reference, ensure that they will be positive and supportive of you and your abilities. Make sure that they provide you with the best contact information and will be available to provide a timely response for your prospective employer. Just because someone will say something nice, if they can’t be reached to say it in a timely manner, it won’t help. There is also a difference between a reference and a good reference. Just because someone said they will act as a reference, doesn’t mean that they will talk you up and make sure you have the best chance possible at a job.
Remember – Moderation. Whether it is jewelry, makeup, or perfume, moderation is critical – (I would argue that you should not wear perfume or cologne at all). This applies to men as well. Excess of any of these can be distracting. The last thing that a potential employer wants is distraction.
Remember what your mother always said. Mothers are excellent at giving advise while growing up. Listen to them. Sit up straight, trim your hair, cut your nails. You only have one chance to make a first impression. In this case, that first impression may land you a job that lasts for a lifetime – and the initial decision can be made in less than a second.
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