3 Tips On How To Shine - Even If You Are The Last Interview Of The Day

You always know when you are the last interview of the day. Maybe it's already 5 PM and the office that you are interviewing in is emptying out. You know that you are keeping someone late, and it might already be the end of a long day for you. As you wait, you might feel tempted just to leave; neither you nor your interviewer is going to be at your best, but you know that the job is perfect for you. The truth is, if the job is perfect for you, it's perfect for you no matter what time of day it is! You'll find that simply by keeping a few simple tips in mind that you can make sure that your interviewers stand at attention and realize how qualified you are, no matter how late it is, or how many other people they've seen.

Tip 1: Don't starve yourself... or your interviewers!

If it's late in the day, make sure that you are still feeling energized. You'll find that by bringing in some energy snacks, like granola or dried fruit that you can keep your spirits up. Hey, don't stop by the fast food place and shove something down your throat. Dropping blood sugar will probably be a problem for both you and the interviewer, so just like they taught you in school, bring enough to share. It is worth noting, though, that you should eat before you step into the room. Offer some treats to your interviewer, but make sure that your hands stay clean and that you don't have to worry about spilling, chewing or talking with your mouth open.

Tip 2: Wear a conversation piece

In many cases, by the end of the day, you are going to need to have something a little extra to catch their attention . You'll also find that if you are wearing something quirky or unique that you can be proud of and chat about that you will have a great way to start talking. For women, maybe it's a unique broach or a scarf or a hairstyle. For men, it might be an interesting pair of shoes, pair of quirky cufflinks or a tie pin that no one's seen before.

Tip 3: Don't be scared to stand out

If you have examples of your work, bring it in. This is where a laptop can really come in handy, so make up a demo and play it for them. You'll find that the more media friendly that you can be and the more effectively that you can communicate your ideas that you will find yourself in a position where you can really make an impression. It should only be about 1 to 2 minutes and purposeful. Don't leave that interview without making sure that they remember you. Of course in a good way.

Remember, stay sharp, both physically and mentally. Do a quick once over in the mirror and don't go in looking like crap or you just threw on something clean. Remember that they are judging you from the moment you walk in, so get up there, strut your stuff and never offer less than your best! If you want to the job, plan on being their preferred candidate, it will take some work on your part.

The author has spent 18 plus years in various capacities in the human resources arena. You can find more information to give you a different perspective with your job search at http://www.interviewers-lockerroom.com