Eat right, exercise, and get enough rest
If being in peak physical condition for an interview, even a phone screen, seems obsessive, think again.
Didn't get enough sleep because the baby kept you up last night? One yawn in the interviewer's ear could mean the end of that opportunity.
Personal interviews demand not only a rested countenance and a clear head, but also appropriate attire and spit-shine grooming, a confident stride, erect posture (no slouching allowed), a firm handshake, and direct contact with the interviewer's eye.
Dress for success, but don't ever wear clothes or shoes that distract you from the interviewer's questions. Female candidates must resolve the portfolio/purse dilemma - one or the other must be left at home.
Like it or not, you have only one chance to make a first impression. Talented job candidates do lose opportunities because a hiring authority isn't "wowed" when they walk through the door.
Every athlete knows that, while innate ability is important, only the fittest of the fit are victorious. Apply that philosophy when you prepare for your next interview, and you're sure to bring home the gold!
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