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Interviews are never to take flippantly, but always seriously and scrupulously. An interview is the paramount part of the entire selection procedures and criteria. The employer checks during the interview candidate’s latent motives, weaknesses, qualities, and the intensity of contribution the candidate can give to the organization, in addition to the outer appearances, professional qualifications and competencies, and other communication-, social-, and managerial-, etc. skills. The following interview tips are worth considering, while preparing for an interview-----
                 
1. Reach the place of interview at least 15 minutes before. Wear conventional and formal dress. Don’t wear too much perfume.

2. Stay relaxed and calm. Smile, be polite.

3. Try to keep your answers concise and precise and to the information which your new employer will want to know.

4. Maintain eye contact with your interviewer. Demonstrate that you want the job with your interest.

5. Be upbeat, optimistic, and make positive statements.

6. Listen and adapt. Be sensitive to the style of the interviewer.

7. Avoid any negative comments about past employers.

8. Try to relate your answers to the interviewer and his or her company. Focus on achievements relevant to the position. Use examples of how your skills and abilities would fit the job.

9. Your body language and speech should show your self-confidence, and never arrogance or pomposity.

10.  Your bearings, gestures, and opinions should affirm that you are honest, considerate, punctilious, urbane, and trustworthy.