Giving an interview

Keep in mind: Nonverbal communication speaks volumes. Do your best to project confidence with good posture, avoid clenching or wringing your hands, and make natural eye contact instead of looking down nervously.[23]

Keep your responses concise. Avoid nervously rambling, oversharing, or going off topic. For a job interview, 2 to 3 sentences should be enough to cover most questions. A concise response shows the interviewer that you can think clearly and quickly on your feet.[24]

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  If you’re asked about a professional accomplishment, a good answer could be, “At my last position in supply chain management, I oversaw a revamp of invoice procedures. By streamlining the invoicing process, I increased my department’s productivity by 7% and reduced invoice errors by 30%.”
  
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  As for media interviews, it’s wise to review what you’re not allowed to say ahead of time. For instance, if you’re giving an interview related to your job, check in with the company’s lawyers or review your non-disclosure agreement.[25]
  

Ask questions of your own if you’re attending a job interview. Prepare strategic questions before the interview. Use the questions to show the interviewer you’ve researched the company, have a strong grasp of the industry, and are eager about the job.[26]

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  Examples include, “What does the training process entail, and what are the key initial goals for the position? Are there advancement opportunities? How does this role interact with other departments?”
  
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  If you’re being interviewed by a journalist, just find out where and when the piece will be published, and ask them to send you a link if it’ll be published online.