Interviews should not be taken flippantly, but always seriously and scrupulously. An interview is perhaps the most important part of the entire selection process. The employers check during the interview candidate’s latent motives, weaknesses, outstanding qualities, and the intensity of possible contribution that the candidate can extend to the organization, in addition to the outer appearances, professional qualifications and competencies, and other communication-, social-, and managerial-, etc. skills. The following interview tips are worth considering, while preparing for an interview-                 

1. Arrive at the place of interview at least 15 minutes before. Wear conventional and formal dress. Don ’t wear too much perfume.

2. Stay cool, relaxed and calm. Smile, be polite.

3. Keep your answers concise and precise and to the information which your new employer would want to know.

4. Maintain eye contact with your interviewer. Demonstrate that you want the job with your interest.

5. Be upbeat, optimistic, and make positive statements.

6. Listen and adapt. Be sensitive to the style of the interviewer.

7. Avoid any negative comments about past employers.

8. Try to relate your answers to the interviewer and his or her company. Focus on the achievements relevant to the position. Use examples of how your skills and abilities would fit the job.

9. Your body language and speech should show your self-confidence, commitment to the job, and never arrogance or pomposity.

10. Your bearings, gestures, and opinions should affirm that you are honest, considerate, punctilious, urbane, and trustworthy.