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Always check your appearance before being greeted by the interviewer.
Greet the interviewer by the individual's last name (e.g. Ms./Mr. Smith) in a friendly but businesslike manner. Do not address the interviewer by first name unless specifically advised to do so.
Introduce yourself in a firm, confident manner.
Shake hands firmly. It is appropriate for the candidate to initiate this gesture.
When you get into the interview room, remain standing until you are offered a seat. After a certain time period, if the interviewer has not offered you a seat, ask: "May I be seated?"
Once seated, sit erectly but not rigidly. Place your arms and hands on the armrests of the chair or in your lap if there are no armrests. Avoid uncalled-for gestures.
Avoid writing notes during the interview. However, immediately after leaving the interview, take a few moments to jot down key points that you want to be certain to remember.
Avoid a boring presentation. Retain the interviewer's attention by varying the tempo of your speech and the tone of your voice.
Remember, this is your sales presentation. Take the opportunity to present yourself in a logical, confident manner.