Diana writes:
Please, what are the three most important things an employer will notice, positive and negative, during the initial interview? I have finally landed an interview with a company that I have had my eye on for a long time. Although I have many years of experience in sales (account executive) in the same industry, this position in a branch of the industry that I am not fully versed. The industry is telecommunications.
The Career Doctor responds:
Diana, I so enjoy a challenge — and limiting me to three important things in an interview is definitely a challenge!
First, focus on a good appearance and a good handshake — first impressions are extremely important.
Second, have good posture when you are sitting, make good eye contact, smile confidently (and warmly), and avoid bad habits in speech and physical activities (such as tapping on the table nervously).
Third, be prepared in terms of questions that the employer may ask you and questions that you want to ask the employer. This aspect includes having done your research on the telecommunications industry so that you are more up to speed about it!
Find all sorts of information, resources, and articles about interviewing by visiting Quintessential Careers: Job Interviewing Resources.
Good luck!
