While the first 30 seconds are essential when it comes to making a good impression, know that in interviews people start judging you even before you've said a single word. Here are five essentials to look good.

1) Look relaxed

Easier said than done, you think? Yes and no. Even though you are naturally nervous, you can easily reduce this nervousness:

    Checking in advance where the interview will take place - to avoid unnecessary stress when the day comes
    Going to bed early the night before - so you look well rested
    By making time for lunch - so that your brain does not feel hungry during the interview and that you feel as alert as possible
    By going to the gym a few hours before the interview - to ease any tension
    By showing up at the scene 15 to 20 minutes in advance - so you don't run at the last minute

2) dress according to the circumstances

Just looking relaxed doesn't mean dressing like Jacques's bitch. Want to land a chief engineer job? Dress like a chief engineer. The day before the interview, make sure your outfit is clean, well ironed, and ready to be put on when the time comes.

3) Be kind to everyone

Your assessment does not start when the interviewer invites you to come into their office, it begins the moment you walk into the reception. Be smiling and polite with all the staff. A wise manager will take an opinion on you, but will not hesitate to ask his colleagues for advice on whether the chemistry is going well between them and you.

4) watch your body language

In an interview, non-verbal skills can be a handicap just as they can be an excellent asset. It is therefore your responsibility:

    To sit well in your chair
    Maintain eye contact with the interviewer
    To keep my head up
    To stay smiling

5) Be confident

If your CV, education, and work experience can make you the ideal candidate, you can shatter your hopes through insecurity. Be careful not to err on the side of overconfidence. We're talking about insurance here ... not arrogance.

Carl Rodrigue