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LANDING THE JOB
You’ve got an interview! Now what? First, you have to look the part and know the part. Preparation matters,
and employers will know who is the most viable candidate based on a strong first impression, company
knowledge, and overall preparedness. Consider this: the average length of an interview is 40 minutes, but
33% of 2000 surveyed bosses indicated they can determine within the first 90 seconds if they will hire that
candidate. So, bring your personality, but also put your best foot forward. You’ve got nothing to lose…
except the job offer.

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