Mind your manners! 

The way you look, speak, sit, stand, walk and just about every action reflect on your professionalism during a job interview. Other personal attributes so the same, including your attitude, body language, mannerisms and even how you smell are important aspects of having good job interview etiquette.  

This section on job interview etiquette will cover in brief, the main items that will help you to present yourself in the most positive light.  These tips do not  really require too much explanation, but it is important to consider your etiquette during a job interview. 

Personal:

• Bathe and make yourself clean and presentable looking. 

• Dress appropriately.  Overdressing is always better than under dressing.

• Do not wear excessive perfume or cologne. A little is ok. 

• Do not wear overly tight, loose, short cut, low cut or bad fitting clothes. 

• Wear no pins, shirts, hats or anything that anyone may object to or form an opinion about. 

• Do not do things like chew gum, smoke or eat during the interview. 

When You Arrive:

• Arrive at least 15-30 minutes early to the job interview.

• Smile, shake hands, say please and thank you.  Offer " I'm Pleased to meet you Bill" and "It's been nice to meet you" before and after the interview. 

• Sit when invited to do so. 

• Sit up straight. 

When You Speak:

• Use the person's name at least once in the conversation.  "Thank you Bill.. I received this tie for my birthday this year."  

• Remember political correctness.  Say nothing that could be objectionable to others.

• Speak clearly and concisely.  Avoid slang.

• Do not wring your hands, rub your face, scratch, pick or fidget nervously.

• Make eye contact when speaking.

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