Interviewing Tips

Here's a few tips for interviewing:
-Know where you're going. Research how to get there.
-Arrive early
-Be nice to everyone you meet
-After the interview, send a hand written thank you note to everyone you met with. Reiterate what you all talked about and how specifically you're a good fit for the position.
-Bring extra copies of your resume.
-Also, bring your references.
-A side note on references: You should have 3-5. They can be employers, professors, and anyone who can speak about your work and who knows you personally. I would avoid having a friend serve as a reference. Ask them ahead of time if they'd be willing to serve as a reference. Send them your resume, so they can better speak about your experience. Also, once you've set an interview, send your references a copy of the job description. This way, if they're called they can know specifics on your skills and speak to them.
-Prepare questions to ask your interviewers. This is a chance for you to see if this is a company you'd like to work for. I would prepare a minimum or 3-5 questions.
-Sample questions I've used: 1) What do you like most about working here, 2) What would a typical day be like in this role, 3) What will some of the challenges be for a person in this role, 4) What characteristics are most needed for the person in this role.
-If taken out to eat as part of the interview, order in the low to mid-range of meal prices. If everyone orders an alcoholic beverage, you can have one tops.
-Always be courteous to the waitstaff.

If you have any specific questions, let me know. I've worked in professional development for 7.5 years now and would love to share what I've learned along the way. :)