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7. Follow verbal lead of your interviewer. Weave into conversation how your skills fit into position vacancy. Use examples of what you've done, tell simple stories about yourself.
8. If interview begins to slow down, don't jump in to fill in gaps. Maybe you're being tested. Silence is often golden on your part.
9. The interview often ends with messages about being called later when a decision has been made. Make notes about when and ask if you can call back if deadline interviewer has stated is missed.
10. Make sure you have interviewer's name and position written down before you leave. Your thank you note for being invited needs to be either mailed or hand delivered at least 48 hours after interview.
Smile, smile, smile. Shake hands, tell person you were glad you were interviewed. Thank gatekeeper for their attention. Leave area with your head up high. Smile some more!
Certified Career & Job Transition Coach Graduate of JFKUniversity Career Development Program