5 Things You Should Say in Every Job Interview

5 Things You Should Say in Every Job Interview5 Things You Should Say in Every Job Interview5 Things You Should Say in Every Job InterviewInterviews are complicated, but sometimes the simplest interview advice makes the most sense... the kind youll find in this post by GL Hoffman, authorof the blog What Would Dad Say. Rather than tell us more about what notlage to say in a job interview, GL provides a list of five simple things you should always say in an interview. No matter who you are or what the job is, these five statements will impress your interviewer and set you apart. 1. Please and Thank YouWere all adults, so youd think this would go without saying. Thats the problemfor many job candidates it does go without saying. Respect and gratitude... verbalize them early and often.2. Ive been thinking about your company, and I believe I can contribute by...This kind of statement shows you took the time to research their business. As GL points out, it doesnt matter if your analysis is wrong. The fact that you thought about the company before your interview earns you points.3. Im impressed by the way you... Everyones a sucker for a genuine compliment. If theres something you particularly likedthe building, the people, the corporate mission, the interviewers punctuality, the music you heard on holdsay so.4. May I start right away?They wont say yes on the spot. The purpose of this kind of bold statement is to tell them youre very interested in the job. That puts you ahead of the candidates who leave with a vague statement like Ive got a lot to think about or Thanks, have a nice day5. So, the next steps are...?If the interviewer instructs you to do something (e.g., send work samples or references, or call Jane Smith on Monday at 900 am), make sure youve got the details right, then go home and follow those instructions to the letter. Yes, its a test dont flunkThere you have it. Its hard to argue with courtesy, friendliness, respect, and affirmation.