DO

Arrive early. Go alone. Dress appropriately. Maintain good eye contact. Be honest, sincere, and direct. Be attentive and polite. Bring prepared questions about the job and training opportunities. Answer questions concisely and completely. Be prepared to answer difficult questions. Use specific examples to illustrate points. Bring extra copies of your resumé. Remain positive throughout the interview. Send a thank you note. Be careful of grammar and language usage.

DON'T

Be late. Bring anyone with you. Smoke, drink, or chew gum. Try to control the interview. Call the interviewer by his/her first name, unless invited to do so. Criticize former employers or make negative comments. Interrupt the interviewer. Look at your watch. Take extensive notes. Bring up salary or benefits. Cancel an interview unless absolutely necessary. Volunteer information you're not asked to give. (Unless it will sell you to the employer). Be overly nervous. Let your depression or your discouragement show.