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Questions to ask before the Interview

• Who will be interviewing me?
• What to bring to the interview?
• What medium would you prefer to see my portfolio?
• What is the company's dress code?

How to impress an Interviewer

• Arrive on time.
• Make a killer entrance.
• Radiate calm.
• Smile.
• Prepare a firm handshake.
• Use strong body language.
• Attitude.
• Look your interviewer in the eye.
• Make a connection.
• Don't lie or bad mouth.
• Bring extra copies of your resume and references.

Things to Remember during the Interview

• Do you really want to work there?
• Can you handle feedback and criticism on your own work?
• While they are interviewing you, You need to interview them.
• They can determine how you think, communicate and problem solve.
• Employers look for competence and confidence over "correct" answers.
• Exude self assurance, authority, and charisma.
• Look like you don't need the job.

Questions that the Interviewer may ask

• Tell me about yourself - take this opportunity to tell them anything about yourself that you think would be key to landing the job.
• How far do you think you can go in this company?
• What are you looking for in a job?
• What are your career objectives?
• Why should I hire you?
• What can you do for us that someone else cannot do?
• Do you like to work and why?
• What kind of salary are you worth? - ("I expect to be fairly compensated for my skills and contributions." - never say a number first).
• What were your five biggest accomplishments in your last job/school/career?
• Can you work under pressure?
• What kinds of people do you like to work with?
• What kinds of people do you dislike working with?
• Why did you change jobs so frequently?
• What are your strengths?
• What are your weaknesses?
• Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Questions to ask the Interviewee

• Why are you interested in me?
• Am I a good fit for your company?
• Why is the position open and when do you want it filled?
• Who will I report to?
• What is corporate culture like?
• What are the steps to a deadline?
• How is work distributed?
• Could you give me an idea of the salary range?
• Am I wasting my time?
• What is the next step?
• Will there be another interview?
• How many candidates are up for the position?
• When can I expect to hear from you?
• Can you please give me an idea of a time frame of when you might be hiring for my types of skills?
• When can I expect to hear from you?

Other Good Tips

• Convince the interviewer that they want to be working with you.
• Be honest about your skills and experiences.
• Research the company.
• Do you want to work with them?
• Be confident, not cocky.
• Know your own work.
• Can you cope with problem solving?
• Know the job that you're interviewing for.
• Know what you want to do.
• Know who you are.
• Be prepared your best foot forward.
• Listen.