Interview Tips

  • Always check your appearance before being greeted by the interviewer.
  • Greet the interviewer by the individual's last name (e.g. Ms./Mr. Smith) in a friendly but businesslike manner. Do not address the interviewer by first name unless specifically advised to do so.
  • Introduce yourself in a firm, confident manner.
  • Shake hands firmly. It is appropriate for the candidate to initiate this gesture.
  • When you get into the interview room, remain standing until you are offered a seat. After a certain time period, if the interviewer has not offered you a seat, ask: "May I be seated?"
  • Once seated, sit erectly but not rigidly. Place your arms and hands on the armrests of the chair or in your lap if there are no armrests. Avoid uncalled-for gestures.
  • Avoid writing notes during the interview. However, immediately after leaving the interview, take a few moments to jot down key points that you want to be certain to remember.
  • Avoid a boring presentation. Retain the interviewer's attention by varying the tempo of your speech and the tone of your voice.
  • Remember, this is your sales presentation. Take the opportunity to present yourself in a logical, confident manner.