10 Tips to Fire Up Your Interview

So many of our successful trainees come to us after multiple failed attempts. Have you lost hope after interviewing for your dream job? If so, don't stress any longer. You can learn the skills necessary to enter the interview with confidence and Get Hired. Start preparing now by reviewing the tips below and download the Fire Up Your Interview Guide book today.

1. Find out as much as you can about the job and organization to which you are applying. The internet is a good resource, but never substitutes for a site visit.

2. Even though you may have submitted one, bring your resume with you.

3. Practice your verbal and non-verbal communications skills.

4. What makes you different than the other candidates that will be interviewed for the position? Practice a response to the questions, “Tell us about yourself and why you want to be a ____.

5. Dress as you would for an oral examination board. Suits for men and business attire for women.

6. Arrive early.

7. Smile, shake hands, and act enthusiastic about the job you’re applying for. Don’t sit until the person(s) interviewing you do.

8. Don’t chew gun, or clean your nails with a paper clip while being interviewed

9. Sit up straight, make eye contact when appropriate, and don’t interrupt people when they are speaking.

10. Be prepared to respond to the question, “Why do you want to leave your current position?”