I Have An Interview…Now What?

It’s the night before the dream job interview and you get bombarded with the “what ifs”.  What if I say something stupid?  What if I don’t wear the right color?  What if I get lost on the way to the interview?

Prevent the “what ifs” and relieve your mind from unwanted stress and anxiety.  Research for a few days and take notes on important information about the company: how it was started, what they do, name of the CEO/President, and tie it into your career goals and how you would be a good fit for this company.

A couple of days before the interview, get directions to the office, and take a trip there to ensure you know exactly where you are going before the interview day.  This will alleviate any anxiety about getting lost, not knowing where to park, etc.

Decide what to wear ahead of time.  If it is a suit that needs to be dry cleaned, it should be dry cleaned a few days before the interview.  If you are pressing your own clothes, do it a few days before the interview as well.  You don’t want to wait until the night before the interview or the morning of the interview because that will probably be the day the iron declares war on you and burns up your jacket, and brands your slacks.

Practice what you will say during the interview by coming up with some sample questions.  If possible, get a friend to ask you the questions.  Any questions you stumble on, you will have time to work on better responses for the interview day.  If you have to practice without a friend, find a mirror and ask yourself the questions.

Print extra copies of your resume on quality paper and place inside a folder so that they stay clean and crisp.  Also, organize your portfolio and have copies of reference information in case you need it.

The key is to be prepared and that will allow you to be focused on making a good impression on your interview.

What do you do to prepare for an interview?  Tell us about your experiences by adding to the comments below.

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