1. Getting invited in for an interview is an accomplishment all by itself. Celebrate it and begin building the relationship!
2. Interviewing effectively takes practice and preparation – walk in with an agenda.
3. It’s more important to be liked than to be right. Strive for agreement rather than nitpicking minor inaccuracies.
4. There are only two categories of interview questions:
Competence: Can this candidate do this job better than anyone else?
Baggage: Does this candidate have bad habits likely to make me regret hiring them?
5. You are an active participant in the interview, so don’t just sit there and answer questions.
6. Come prepared with 5 or so insightful questions about the job and the company (not about the compensation).
7. Come prepared with 5 key points about you (your brand) that you want to be sure that the employer remembers.
8. Dress well, not too formally, not too informally (varies based on company).
9. Close the deal – ask for the job, even if you’re not sure you’ll accept their offer.
10. You don’t have the job yet, therefore you have nothing to lose – so lighten up, have fun, make a connection.
