'Perfect' Job Interview?

In this piece featured on LinkedIn in late November Jeff Haden of Inc.com discusses the perfect job interview. He first discusses that landing an interview is a success that we shouldn't discount, with potentially hundreds if not thousands of applicants for each open position. He then provides eight steps help you shine in the interview.

1. Be likeable.
2. Never start the interview by stating you want the job.
3. Ask questions about what matters to you.
4. Set a hook.
5. Know what you can offer immediately.
6. Don't create negative sound bites.
7. Ask for the job based on the facts.
8. Reinforce your connection with your follow-up.

Tips 3 and 7 remind us the importance of studying/researching the company/position before the interview. Not only will this increase you chances of landing the interview, but it should increase your odds of landing the job.

-Good luck!