If you are lucky enough to get an interview with a company be sure to plan a head.

Here are 10 tips for when you head into an interview.

1. Practice the interview with a friend.  Have them ask you made up questions and answer them for practice.  Here is a list of questions you can practice with.
2. Often times a boss will ask, “What do you know about our company?”. Have a prepared answer ready to go.
3. Dress professionally – First impressions are vital.
4. Remember and use the interviewers name when talking with them.
5. Have a pad and pen so you can take notes if you need to.
6. Show up on time. On time means 5 or even 10 minutes early.
7. Relax and do not talk to fast.
8. Bring a nice portfolio with a copy of your resume.
9. Try to relate what you know about the company into the answers of the questions.
10. Follow up with them the following day.

The Follow up is easy.  Start with a thank you note.  You can even have this pre-written and drop it in the mail right after the interview is done.  Thank them for the interview and reiterate your interest in the position.

A follow up phone call a few days later thanking them for the opportunity and letting them know your are excited about the opportunity to work their is a great idea as well.

Good luck at your next interview!