Tips for interviewing people

Interviewing is one of those things that most people hate to do. It can be nerve racking not only for the interviewer, but also for the interviewee. Sometimes you're not sure what to say or how to react to what the other person says. What's appropriate? What should you wear? What should you bring? What kinds of questions should you ask? The following article is a brief description of some tips for interviewing people.

Interviewer
Here are some things you should do:

 look over the interviewee's resume and application so that you know a bit about that person already
 offer your interviewee a chair
 be as professional as possible, regardless or your field
 describe the job requirements, especially the ones you are concerned about, such as overtime or working Saturdays and Sundays
 ask if the interviewee has the necessary skills to do the job
 follow up with the interviewee, even if you have decided not to offer him/her the job. It is professional and expected to do so.
Here are some things you should not do:
 don't ask very personal questions that will make your interviewee feel uncomfortable or could be considered sexual discrimination
 don't ask controversial questions unless they are directly related to the job
 don't ask questions that are best answered with a simple "yes" or "no." The point is to find out about the person
 don't bring up personal issues or family related problems
 don't answer phone calls or pagers during the interview. It is rude to your interviewee and unprofessional
 don't ask about religion
 don't ask if an interviewee is a citizen- instead ask "if you were hired, would you be able to provide proof of authorization to work in the US?
 don't ask vague questions-be clear

Interviewee
Here are some tips for the interviewee should do:
 take a practice run to the location of the interview so you know where it is and how long it takes to get there
 know the type of job interview you'll be encountering and prepare by practicing interview questions with friends or family
 dress the part of the job, company or industry (i.e. if you're interviewing for a job trimming trees, you don't need to wear a business suit)
 arrive about 10 minutes early. If you're going to be late, be sure to phone the company and let them know
 bring extra resumes
 make good eye-contact with the interviewer(s)
 show enthusiasm for the position you're applying for and the company
 stress your positive attributes, not your negative ones
 explain what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you
 pay attention to the interviewer's body language and tone of voice in order to have a better understanding of how the interviewer thinks
 ask lots of questions about the company-not doing so shows a lack of interest in the position
 follow up after the interview
Here are some things the interviewee should not do:
 don't memorize or over-rehearse your answers to interview questions
 don't be late
 don't chew gum or suck on candy during the interview
 don't rely on your application, resume or references to get you the job. You must be ready to sell yourself to the interviewer.
 don't sit down until you have been offered a chair
 don't be too aggressive
 don't seem to desperate as if you would take any job
 don't offer negative information about your self
 don't EVER lie
 don't answer vague questions-ask for clarification instead
 don't be overly familiar, even if the interviewer is
 don't ramble-answer each question clearly and concisely

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