Preparing for an Interview - 5 Quick Tips

1)     Be prepared - Review the job duties prior to the interview and match them with your experience.  (Know your strengths as it relates to the job)

2)     Be able to provide actual examples of your professional accomplishments - As you review the job duties reflect upon your professional experiences and be able to provide specific examples of your successes.  Perhaps this was a difficult sale you achieved or a time when you were able to meet a difficult customer’s need.

3)     Know all you can about the company with whom you are interviewing - This may sound elementary, but you would be surprised how many people miss this step.  A quick review of the website and internet search can be very beneficial in demonstrating your sincere interest during an interview.

4)     Review the background of the person with whom you are interviewing. - A quick search on LinkedIn may provide you with some of their career details and assist you in finding some common ground prior to the interview.