Dates (month/year) should be included

Job duties are adequately explained

Educational levels with degrees, minors, colleges/cities, and general dates of graduation

Skills summary in a tabular format

Specific plusses for that company (based on your homework!)

Why are you looking for this position?

Why are you considering leaving your current position?

What are your goals? Why?

How do you set and measure your goals?

Where do you want to be in your career in "x" years?

What are your strengths? Weaknesses?

What are you interested in?

What is your current salary/compensation?

What are your salary expectations?

How could you contribute to my company?

What do you desire out of a position at this company?

Describe your past job duties.

Why did you go to "x" college and why did you major in "y"?

Describe or elaborate on this missing portion of your career or work history.

What motivates and/or de-motivates you?

Why should my company hire you?

Wear conservative, freshly pressed clothing.

Shirts should be starched; ties should be neat and not rumpled.

Do not smell like smoke.

Do not chew gum…use a mint if you have to.

Do not wear heavy perfume/cologne. LIGHT fragrance is very important.

Do not wear heavy makeup, look natural.

Have your hair styled or recently cut.

Make sure your clothes are properly fitted. A new suit with the sleeves too long
will negate the impression of a new suit and give unfavorable impressions.

Make sure your shoes are shined and clean.

Carry a briefcase, portfolio, or folder but it must not be beat up, messy, or damaged.

Do not wear an inappropriate type watch (Logo, Mickey Mouse, etc.)

MINIMAL jewelry; men - NO bracelets, earrings, or large rings.

Always button the top button on your shirt.

Ladies - double check your hose for runs.

Dark suits are always best, use a lint brush before you go.

Clear enunciation and voice tone.

Honesty.

A work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.

Positive attitude and results oriented.

Genuine interest in the company and position.

Professional demeanor and image.

Team player.

Listening skills.

An understanding of their particular business and work environment.

Firm, handshake.

Confident, good eye contact, no nervousness.

Energy and alertness.

Enthusiasm and eagerness.

The ability to answer clearly, directly, concisely, and completely.

Career direction - what you want and why.

A pleasant and cooperative attitude.

Desires to grow, learn, and improve.

The ability to accept personal responsibility for both success and failures.

The ability to deal with stress.

The ability to ask intelligent questions .

That you have done homework regarding their particular company and position if possible.

That you have done your homework about their general industry and competitors.