1606 Three Oaks Rd, Cary, Illinois 60013, 847.639.4210
Interview Tips
Be a stand out!
Prepare ahead of time (see Before the Interview section below)
Ask yourself: What does “dress to impress” mean to your potential employer?
Better to overdress because jeans, flip-flops and tee-shirts will not impress
Keep in mind:
No tank tops, cleavage, belly shirts, short skirts or shorts
Keep the glam and glitter to a minimum
Slacks over jeans
Long hair pulled back – especially if food related position
Be well groomed in general.
Don’t chew gum. (Seems like common sense? Well, we mention it for a reason.)
Prepare a few questions for the interviewer.
“What do you like about working for XYZ?”
“When will you be making a hiring decision?”
Your own original question…
Arrive five minutes early.
Shake hands with whoever is interviewing you.
Smile! Sit at attention (no slouching or leaning back in the chair).
Thank the interviewer for their time.
Follow up with a thank-you email or note.
Before the interview
Be prepared to answer either or both of these questions:
Why do you want to work here?
Why should I hire you?
For more sample interview questions, see this list.
Research the company by looking at their website to familiarize yourself with their products, services, latest promotions, hours, etc.
Think of examples of how you have worked with others – it does not have to be through a job. Volunteer work? School project? Sports team? Think of examples within these themes.