Organizations have begun employing sophisticated job interview techniques. You may undergo a battery of tests before initial face-to-face contact is made. It's hard to gauge things that will be encountered during an interview. Below are some basic guidelines to help you navigate though the interviewing process

Familiarize yourself with the location, and logistics of the interview site. Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment time. Take the extra minutes to check appearance in the bathroom, introduce yourself to the receptionist and make sure your cell phone is turned completely off.

Prepare answers to common interview questions in advance. Practice responding to questions in the mirror, or create a mock interview exchange with a good friend

Research the company, and prepare some questions for your interviewer. It shows interest in the position.

Dress in a manner that exudes success. Neat and professional clothing conveys your seriousness about the position to a potential employer. Women should wear hair simply styled and neat. Men should invest in a fresh haircut.

Present your weaknesses as strengths. Provide an example of how a workplace situation provided the tools necessary to strengthen the weakness

Make eye contact and listen intently to the interviewer. Establish a rapport that is casually professional. Do not volunteer any personal opinions.

Ask questions pertaining to job responsibilities. Impress the interviewer by questioning the company's goals for the person filing the open post.

Market your skills to the interviewer in a positive manner. Describe what makes you stand out from other applicants

Make sure your interview responses are in line with resume information. Bring all pertinent documentation to the interview (transcripts, resume and personal-reference sheets).

Follow up with an email, thanking the interviewer for his or her time and consideration. Make sure your restate interest in position and commitment to organizational goals.