Post by @thecareerdecoded

1. Make eye contact from the moment you walk in. 2. Mirror the interviewer’s energy while remaining authentic. 3. Shake everyone’s hand. If it’s a panel interview, greet every interviewer, not just the hiring manager. 4. Offer a confident handshake. Firm, but don’t try to break their hand. 5. If offered a beverage, choose water. 6. When they ask, “How are you?” answer confidently: “I’m great. How are you?” 7. Bring a padfolio with copies of your resume, prepared interview questions, and a notepad. 8. Body language is your first sales pitch. It starts before you say a single word. 9. Sit forward, stay engaged, keep your hands visible, and show energy. 10. Make it easy for the hiring manager to learn about you. They shouldn’t have to carry the conversation. 11. If the hiring manager asks, “Are you currently interviewing?” your answer is yes. They want what they can’t have. Marketability matters. 12. If you don’t know an answer, be honest. Explain your process for researching, learning, and solving problems. 13. Never speak negatively about your current or former employer. This is your first impression. 14. Match the interviewer’s pace and professionalism without trying to imitate them. 15. Ask, “Is there anything about my skills and background that gives you hesitation?” 16. Always ask, “What are the next steps in the interviewing process?” 17. Don’t ramble or use filler words. Clear and concise is more powerful. 18. Walk out with the same energy you walked in with. Even if you think the interview didn’t go well, keep your game face on until you leave the building. 19. Thank every interviewer before you leave. 20. Send a thank-you note. If you interviewed with more than one person, send each of them one. Reinforce how you add value. The goal is to be memorable. The small details matter. #job #interview #careeradvice #interviewtips #hiring