You have been invited to an interview because the hiring manager believes you may be a good match for the job opening. The interview is used to determine whether or not you are qualified for the position, motivated to do the job, and the right fit. As the job seeker, you should make use of this time to determine whether you can be successful in the available position and whether the company will give you the opportunity for professional growth and career development.

Knowing the Dos and Don'ts of interviewing, being prepared, and reviewing likely questions in advance will put you in the best possible position for a successful interview. And a successful interview is critical to landing the job you want.

Anyone you encounter when you visit a company for an interview could have an impact in the final hiring decision. Our recent survey of 150 executives with the largest firms in the United States revealed that 90 percent of them seek their assistant's input in evaluating candidates.