Make a Good Impression at an Interview

1. Be confident

You need to practice talking good about yourself and developing some self confidence. Until then "fake it until you make it". Act confident. Throw you shoulders back and hold your head up. Put on your best smile and Be interested in the people around you!

2. Look good
Look neat and, smell well and wear appropriate clothes. Scent of nice perfume is always an advantage. If you know how to take care of your appearance well, may be you are doing that well with your other daily task.

3. Find your colors

Red is awesome. Look for the right tone that compliments your skin and try it. The reason to wear red is that it make people think you are smarter and successful.
Wear the color of your eyes - it builds trust. Try to match closely to one of the hues in your eyes.

4. Show respect and attention

Look in the eye without staring, then shake hands with firm but not overly tight grip. Use a genuine smile. Listen to their name and repeat it back with a comment like "its a pleasure to meet you XXX.".

5. Fit well

If they are standing you stand, if they sit you sit. To make good impression match tone of voice, and movements. Read articles on building rapport, and on conversation styles.

6. Listen

Listen and Listen well. Be able to summarize what was said. Listen 2x as much as you speak and ask question about what the person is saying.

7. Be prepared

Just in case you are asked to introduce yourself in group setting, be prepared. Have a 10 second mini present prepared. Practice it with smile. This way you won't fumble around and you won't be rehearsing at the last minute while in conversation with Rich, Community Manager.

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