Initial and lasting judgements are made on first impressions and within a very short period of time. Research indicates that around 92% of a judgment about a person is made within the first minute and a half of meeting them for the first time. It has also been estimated that it takes on average 21 subsequent meetings to overcome a poor first impression! So you need to get it right the firt time.
There are a few simple steps you can take to create a good first impression:
Arrive in plenty of time and allow for contingencies. Have a ‘Plan B’ for how you will get to the venue. If you are delayed, make sure you notify both the organisation and the recruitment agency acting on your behalf as soon as possible.
Wear what you are comfortable in. Avoid under or over-dressing. In either case you will feel ill-at-ease and the panel will be likely to pick this up. It might be useful to check the dress code of the organisation by looking at pictures of staff on the organisation’s website or asking around.
If you do smoke, try not to have one just before you walk in. A mint doesn't cover it up.
Avoid having coffee just before your interview, even if you are offered one when you arrive. Caffeine can increase feelings of nervousness and can make your breath smell.
Leave your chewing gum outside – preferably in a bin so you do not step on it in your haste to leave after the interview!
Source - knowhownonprofit
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