Interview Tip 1: Plan Ahead - Do a little homework! Research the company and the position if possible, as well, the people you will meet with at the interview, and what dress is appropriate. Your Friday Services Representative should be able to give you this information.  Review your work experiences. Be ready to support past career accomplishments with specific information targeted toward the company’s needs. Have your facts ready!

Interview Tip 2: Eye Contact - Maintain eye contact with your interviewer. Show you want the job in your eye contact, posture, energy level, good humor and interest.

Interview Tip 3: Be Positive - In particular, avoid negative comments about past employers.  If you were terminated or left former employment due to a bad experience – remain upbeat!  Focus on the positive work experience you gained in the position – not on the negatives of why you left.

Interview Tip 4: Relate - Try to relate your answers to the interviewer and his or her company. Focus on your achievements most relevant to the position.  If you don’t have the exact experience they are looking for – relate your strengths to those needed for this job (attention to detail, ability to work in fast paced and stressful environment, work ethic, team work, similar industry experience,  etc.)  These are just as important!

Interview Tip 5: Be Inquisitive - Encourage the interviewer to share information about his or her company. Demonstrate your interest. Some suggested questions to ask the interviewer include:

1.     Why is this position open?

2.     What is most important for me to understand about this position?

3.     What are some of the responsibilities and challenges one would have to face in this position?

4.      How soon would you like to fill the position?  Explain how soon you are available to start and Remember to ask for the job!