Article: Start looking at the company's website to learn more about their history so you can address them during your interview. Check the “About Us” or “Mission Statement” page of their website so you can see what they value and be sure to mention them in your interview so you come across as knowledgeable. If the company doesn't have a website you can check, look on sites like LinkedIn or Glassdoor to see past reviews and employees talk about the company.  Check the company's social media accounts if they have any to see how they interact with others and what types of posts they make. Research competitors for the company you're interviewing with to get a better understanding of the overall industry. As you research the company, check the website to see if they have photos of their employees so you can determine the dress code. If you can't find anything online, call the company's HR department and ask them about their dress code so you can prepare. In most business casual interviews, a buttoned shirt with a tie or a blouse with a jacket will work fine. In a business formal setting, wear a suit or a professional-looking dress. Avoid wearing open-toed shoes, shorts, or revealing clothes to an interview. Be punctual to show the employer that you take the position seriously. Check your route the night before your interview and leave early enough so you can get to the location 10-15 minutes before your interview starts. Once you arrive, let the employer know you've arrived since you may be able to interview at an earlier time. If you have a phone or Skype interview, make sure you're ready and everything is set up 10 minutes in advance so you aren't in a rush. When the employer is ready for the interview, make eye contact with them and smile. Introduce yourself by name, being sure not to interrupt or talk over them. Offer a firm handshake and try not to squeeze too hard or else it will come off as too aggressive. As you shake their hand, you may say, “Hi, I'm Jane Smith. It's a pleasure to meet you.” When you first start, let the employer know you appreciate the time they're giving you for the interview. As you're settling into the interview, you can ask questions about their day so far or how long they've been with the company to show that you're genuinely interested in them. Follow the interviewer's lead in the conversation, so shift from small talk to job-related questions when they do.  For example, you may start off by saying, “How has the week treated you so far?” to interact with them. Small talk works great if you need to walk to a different room for the interview.
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Research the company you're applying for before you arrive. Dress appropriately for the work environment when you interview. Arrive at least 10-15 minutes early to the interview. Greet the interviewer and shake their hand. Make small talk at the start of the interview to make a personal connection.