Interview Tips

Regardless of the style of interview you are going to have, it is important to prepare. Here are tips to help you nail your next interview.

On-Site Interview

1. Print several copies of your submitted resume and take them with you to the interview. 
2. Review the interview confirmation information and map the commuting time you will need to get to the interview.  Familiarize yourself with the area of town you’ll be heading to—plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early in case of a traffic delay. 
3. Typically, interview attire is Business Professional, unless the Recruiter tells you otherwise. 
4. Refrain from wearing perfume or cologne.  Smell clean, but not overpowering. 
5. Do not smoke before the interview. 
6. Have your Recruiter’s information handy in case you get lost or are running late. 
7. Research the company, go to their website, find out what they do. 
8. Prepare and practice your elevator speech (ex. Tell me about yourself.) 
9. Look up your interviewers on LinkedIn to know whom you will talk to.  See if you have anything in common. 
10. Search and practice your answers for common interview questions (ex. What are your strengths and weaknesses? Why are you looking for another opportunity? etc.)   
11. Review the job description to prepare yourself for what you would be doing in the role and what the requirements are. You’ll want to focus on these areas when discussing your background. 
12. When meeting the team, give a firm handshake and good eye contact. 
13. Think of questions you can ask the interviewer about the company or opportunity to show your interest in the role. 
14. Listen to the interviewer and let them lead the conversation. Answer questions as they are asked while being conversational. 
15. Send a thank-you email after the interview. 

Phone Interview

1. Review the interview confirmation information and determine whether the interviewer will call your number or whether you need to dial into a conference line for the interview. 
2. Research the company, go to their website, find out what they do. 
3. Prepare and practice your elevator speech (ex. Tell me about yourself.) 
4. Look up your interviewers on LinkedIn to know whom you will talk to.  See if you have anything in common. 
5. Reserve the date and time in your calendar.  At least 5 minutes before the interview, move to a quiet area to prepare for the call. 
6. Search and practice your answers for common interview questions (ex. What are your strengths and weaknesses? Why are you looking for another opportunity? etc.)   
7. Review the job description to prepare yourself for what you would be doing in the role and what the requirements are. You’ll want to focus on these areas when discussing your background. 
8. Think of questions you can ask the interviewer about the company or opportunity to show your interest in the role. 
9. Listen to the interviewer and let them lead the conversation. Answer questions as they are ask while being conversational. 
10. Send a thank–you email after the interview. 

Video Interview

1. Review the interview confirmation information and determine which video service will be used for your interview. Download the app to your phone or computer and visit the site prior to using the service to familiarize yourself with the process. 
2. We recommend practicing on the video app the day before with us or a friend to make sure any technical difficulties are worked out (ex. Microphone and cameras are in working order and both parties can see and hear each other.) This saves embarrassment if you encounter technical difficulties during the interview. 
3. If you do have technical difficulties connecting during your interview time, call your Recruiter immediately so that another process can be arranged. 
4. Research the company, go to their website, find out what they do.  
5. Prepare and practice your elevator speech (ex. Tell me about yourself.) 
6. Look up your interviewers on LinkedIn to know whom you will talk to.  See if you have anything in common. 
7. Reserve the date and time in your calendar.  At least 5 minutes before the interview, move to a quiet area to prepare for the interview.
8. Check the background behind you and ensure there are no distractions in the background of your video.  Choose a well-lit area and sit in a stationary chair so you aren’t fidgeting. 
9. Dress like you would for an onsite interview (business professional is best). 
10. Contemplate common interview questions (ex. What are your strengths and weaknesses? Why are you looking for another opportunity? etc.) 
11. Review the job description to prepare yourself for what you would be doing in the role and what the requirements are. You’ll want to focus on these areas when discussing your background. 
12. Think of questions you can ask the interviewer about the company or opportunity to show your interest in the role. 
13. Listen to the interviewer and let them lead the conversation. Answer questions as they are asked and try to be conversational. 
14. Smile! 
15. Send a thank-you email after the interview.