Go Get That Job, Girl!

You're dressed to impress. New shoes. Nice bag. Resume in hand, and you're ready to rock. After all, no one sells you better than, well, you. However, no matter how well pressed your blazer is, job interviews are always going to be scary. Knowing what to say, how to act, and how much confidence is too much confidence is difficult.

So for career-savvy business ladies, here are five sure-fire tips to nail the job and impress the boss.

1. Dress the Part
My mother always used to say that it's better to dress for the job you want, rather than the job you have. This is very good advice, as your clothing will be a big part of your first impression. Don't be afraid to overdress. Once you get the job, there will be plenty of casual Fridays to bust out those Levi's. Make sure you're your shoes are polished, and that your nails are clean, and manicured. Every detail counts.

2. Know The Job
It doesn't hurt to do your research. Make sure you know the company and how it works. It's not enough to just know the boss' name. Spend some time on the internet learning about the company and industry, familiarize yourself with their history, their product and their success stories.

3. Get a Grip
It may sound old school, but a good, solid handshake goes a long, long way. With Facebook, and Twitter, and all of the other various social networking sites at our fingertips, it's often too easy to overlook a face-to-face introduction. You may have found your future boss on Linkedin, even creeped on her vacation pictures from Hawaii on Flikr, but that doesn't mean you've been formally introduced.

4. Confidence VS. Conceit
Know the difference. It's important to put your best foot forward and show them that first and foremost, you believe in yourself. However it can be a deal breaker if you come off too confident, or even arrogant. Of course, it's important to show them why they need you, but at the end of the day, you're the one without a job.

5. Follow Up
Well, technically, this comes affffter the interview, but it might be the most important step in making a good impression. Whether it be by phone or in an e-mail, a follow up message is imperative. Send a quick note to say that you enjoyed your meeting and that you look forward to hearing back from them. This way, you'll have engaged them in a conversation that goes beyond the one you shared in the board room, and will keep you fresher in their memory.

Sandra (6) Paque
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