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4. Important factors that can have a negative impression at an interview.

Poor personal presentation

Casual dress (smart casual preferred)

Limp handshake and lack of first eye contact

Being overbearing or aggressive, "know it all"

Lack of interest or enthusiasm

Lack of confidence and nervousness

Never gossip, make negative or derogatory comments

Over emphasis of remuneration

Being unprepared to ask questions

Lack of research and preparation for the interview

One sided attitude - "what can the job do for me?"

Incorrect statements - be always honest

Making excuses - take responsibilities

Never ask personal questions

Never smoke, drink or chew gum or sweets, even if offered.

5. Factors that make a positive impression at an interview (To win the interview...)

Arrive early.

Warm, professional greeting with non threatening eye contact.

Shake hands and use correct name.

Before taking a seat, wait to be offered a chair.

Sit upright - look alert and interested at all times.

Sell yourself - your good points and strengths.

Ask prepared and focused questions.

Show honesty, determination and career focus.

6. The last step (Accepting the job...)

Try to decide whether you want the job during the interview. If it's offered and you want it - accept it there and then. If you need time to think about it, say so - but limit this to a time frame (once given, you will need to honour it). Talk to your Consultant / Agency to way up 'pro's and con's' of the position.

Finally, if you accept the job, you have given your word and it is therefore, legally, a verbal contract. If you accept and then change your mind, you will place everyone involved into an embarrassing position. Call your employment agency immediately, should you have concerns.