Top 10 Interview Tips By: Quintashia Richardson

1. Be punctual.

2. Use a firm handshake and direct eye contact

3. . Have a list of questions to ask

3.1. What is the single largest problem facing your staff and would I be in a position to help you solve this problem?

3.2. What can you tell me about your new products or plans for growth?

3.3. What are the most immediate projects that need to be addressed?

3.4. What gets you most excited about the company's future?

4. Relax and be yourself

5. Successfully close the interview

5.1. Leave your interviewer with the right picture of you.

5.2. Ask if there is anything else you can provide.

5.3. State your interest in the position.

5.4. Ask about the next step in the process.

5.5. Find out how to contact the interviewer.

6. Follow Up

7. Dress For Success

7.1. Solid color, conservative suit

7.2. Coordinated blouse

7.3. Limited jewelry

7.4. Neat, professional hairstyle

7.5. Tan or light hosiery

7.6. Sparse make-up & perfume

7.7. Manicured nails

7.8. Portfolio or briefcase

7.9. Conservative tie

7.10. Dark socks, professional shoes

8. Do Your Reaserch

8.1. What type of culture does the company foster?

8.2. Who are its clients?

8.3. Who are its main competitors?

8.4. What is the company history?

8.5. Does the core vision/mission align with your personal views?

8.6. Are they a public company, family-owned company, start-up firm or venture-capital-funded business?

9. Practice

10. Bring extra copies of your resume and portfolio.