Job Interview Dos and Donts

Question 1

Research the company and position you are applying for

Answer 1

DO

Question 2

Rehearse your answers so much that you sound like you’re just reciting from memory

Answer 2

DON’T

Question 3

Dress casually and in revealing clothing

Answer 3

DON’T

Question 4

Approach the interview with enthusiasm about the job and the company

Answer 4

DO

Question 5

Maintain eye contact during the interview

Answer 5

DO

Question 6

Address your interviewer by their first name even if you haven’t been invited to

Answer 6

DON’T

Question 7

Bring someone else to the interview with you

Answer 7

DON’T

Question 8

Stress your achievements and talents

Answer 8

DO

Question 9

Slouch, fidget or yawn while being interviewed

Answer 9

DON’T

Question 10

Chew gum during the interview

Answer 10

DON’T

Question 11

Write a thank you note and send it within 24 hours of the interview

Answer 11

DO

Question 12

Ask intelligent questions about the job, company, or industry

Answer 12

DO

Question 13

Call immediately after the interview to find out if you got the job

Answer 13

DON’T

Question 14

Be polite and cordial to everyone you meet

Answer 14

DO

Question 15

Offer a firm handshake and make eye contact when meeting someone

Answer 15

DO

Question 16

Be afraid to ask questions for clarification if you don’t understand a questions

Answer 16

DON’T

Question 17

Answer every question with a simple “yes” or “No”

Answer 17

DON’T

Question 18

Dress appropriately for the job you want, be neatly groomed, and dress relatively conservatively.

Answer 18

DO

Question 19

Map out how you are going to get to the location before the interview.

Answer 19

DO

Question 20

Answer your cell phone, check messages, or text during an interview

Answer 20

DON’T

Question 21

Bring all requested paperwork with you to the interview including your resume, application, and a portfolio (if applicable)

Answer 21

DO

Question 22

Give detailed answers to questions with examples

Answer 22

DO

Question 23

Tell jokes or lies

Answer 23

DON’T

Question 24

Bring up controversial subjects, personal or family problems

Answer 24

DON’T

Question 25

Speak negatively about your current or former company, boss, or coworkers

Answer 25

DON’T

Question 26

Research common interview questions prior to the interview

Answer 26

DO

Question 27

Bring up salary, benefits, vacation time, or bonuses during the initial interview

Answer 27

DON’T