random interview tips
-Joke/engage in lighthearted talking with your interviewer as they walk you to the room.
-Always make mention of little things you notice that would be of interest to you and the interviewer (i.e., a picture of a hike on their desk, shared interest, etc.)
-Never talk to a person of authority when it is not appropriate. I saw person after person try to strike up a FULL conversation with the dean, professors,interviewers, etc. in front of the entire group of interviewees, or while trying to sit with them at lunch, or while they were supposed to be taking a tour. It just makes you look like an idiot. Wait for a natural moment to speak with these people if you desire to, if it never happens, then don't go out of your way to speak with them.
-Don't eat all of your meal if you have interviews after lunch (full stomach + anxious situation = you goddamn moron I can smell your flatus in this small room).
-NEVER BRING GIFTS. I'M NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE THEM. IT MAKES IT AWKWARD FOR ME TO REFUSE YOU.
-If you are good at joking around, then JOKE AROUND during your interviews (obviously feel out the interviewer first) but, I think I interviewed well because I was able to answer questions seriously while also engaging in lighthearted conversation and making my interviewers laugh. This is a great way to add personality into the interview. Of course if you suck at this don't risk it.
-When you have to write an essay at the interview....DO NOT keep writing as the person is collecting the essays... and then have the audacity to say "Can you come back to me? I'm still writing." Also, the essay is not about length, its about content.
-Be sociable with other interviewees.
-Don't stick around for too long after the interview day is over. Shit's awkward. Get off mah lawn already.
-Do not look down, adjust your clothes, twitch, look up/around, brag, or shake you feet/leg during your interview.
-At the end always say something along the lines of "I really enjoyed our interview, X is a great school and it would be an amazing opportunity to study here. Thanks again!" THEN SMILE MOTHERFUCKER.
-Don't try to wear stupid outfits. Solid dark gray, black, conservative ties, etc. You're interviewing for a professional school.
-Always make mention of little things you notice that would be of interest to you and the interviewer (i.e., a picture of a hike on their desk, shared interest, etc.)
-Never talk to a person of authority when it is not appropriate. I saw person after person try to strike up a FULL conversation with the dean, professors,interviewers, etc. in front of the entire group of interviewees, or while trying to sit with them at lunch, or while they were supposed to be taking a tour. It just makes you look like an idiot. Wait for a natural moment to speak with these people if you desire to, if it never happens, then don't go out of your way to speak with them.
-Don't eat all of your meal if you have interviews after lunch (full stomach + anxious situation = you goddamn moron I can smell your flatus in this small room).
-NEVER BRING GIFTS. I'M NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE THEM. IT MAKES IT AWKWARD FOR ME TO REFUSE YOU.
-If you are good at joking around, then JOKE AROUND during your interviews (obviously feel out the interviewer first) but, I think I interviewed well because I was able to answer questions seriously while also engaging in lighthearted conversation and making my interviewers laugh. This is a great way to add personality into the interview. Of course if you suck at this don't risk it.
-When you have to write an essay at the interview....DO NOT keep writing as the person is collecting the essays... and then have the audacity to say "Can you come back to me? I'm still writing." Also, the essay is not about length, its about content.
-Be sociable with other interviewees.
-Don't stick around for too long after the interview day is over. Shit's awkward. Get off mah lawn already.
-Do not look down, adjust your clothes, twitch, look up/around, brag, or shake you feet/leg during your interview.
-At the end always say something along the lines of "I really enjoyed our interview, X is a great school and it would be an amazing opportunity to study here. Thanks again!" THEN SMILE MOTHERFUCKER.
-Don't try to wear stupid outfits. Solid dark gray, black, conservative ties, etc. You're interviewing for a professional school.