1. Interviewing

2. Interview
Meeting with potential employers to demonstrate your professionalism and resume-worthy traits
Only opportunity to make a good impression

3. Step # 1- Before the interview
Scout out location
Know how to get there
How long it takes
See how employees dress
Ask questions about company
Practice interview questions
Arrive minutes early
Interview begins in waiting room
Receptionist will be watching for unprofessional behavior

4. Step # 2- Dress for success
Men
Dark suit, slacks, solid colored shirt, Tie
Socks should match slacks or shoes
Hair
Conservative
No tails, braids or unusual colors
Shoes
New and polished
Women
Dress, Pant suit with solid colored shirt, slacks, skirt
Skirt, no more than 2 inches above knee
Hair
Conservative
No unusual colors
Shoes
New and polished
No more than 2 in. heel
Closed toe and heel

5. Step # 2- Dress for success
Clothes should be clean and pressed
Jewelry
Conservative and simple
No more than 8 pieces
Tattoos- cover them
Cologne/Perfume
Light or not at all
Carry notepad, pen ,copy of resume, references, job application

6. Step #3- During the Interview
Greet interviewer by name
Give a firm handshake
Do not chew gum
Use good posture
Do not fidget
Maintain good eye contact with everyone in the room
Have well-researched questions to ask about the company
Keep your personal life private

7. Illegal interview questions
Race
Color
Sex
Religion
National origin
Birthplace
Age
Disability
Marital/family status
Options
Answer the intent of the question
I am authorized to work in the U.S.
Avoid the question by changing the subject
Refuse to answer the question
May cost you the job but, do you really want to work for someone like that?