Know
where you are going.
If you are driving to your interview, make sure to get directions to
the location. If you are flying in from out of town, you should also
get driving directions from the airport or lodging site. Either way,
make sure you have money for parking - it is not appropriate to ask
for your parking ticket to be validated.
If you are traveling
from out of town, most potential employers will cover air and hotel
expenses- but incidentals are the responsibility of the candidate. Incidentals
include meals, dry cleaning, health club or any charges outside of the
flight and room fees. Most companies will pre-pay travel expenses, but
in the event that you are being reimbursed, it is best to discuss it
a day two after the interview has concluded.
Be on time. It is
not appropriate to show up too late or too early. Be right on time.
Do
Your Homework
While making your arrangements for the interview find out who you will
be meeting with and what their titles are. If you don't personally know
any of the executives you are meeting, research their names on the internet,
in industry trade magazines or through the company's annual report.
Try to find some common ground to establish a relationship. For example,
you may have attended the same school or come from the same part of
the country. These are always good ice breakers.
Make sure you research
the company you are meeting with as well. Look in trade magazines or
search the internet for information on history, growth and their future
strategies. This will help you to ask relevant questions during the
interview.
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