[NutBrnHair]

As a former teacher, I'm a freak about grammar and spelling. After my teaching career, I went into another line of work and over the years have probably hired close to 100 people.

My tips:

1. Make sure your resume, cover letter & thank you notes are error free! I heard the top HR person from Procter & Gamble speak at a Chi Omega Convention. She said she used to make her first stack of rejects from those who spelled it "Proctor" & Gamble.

2. Dress well for the interview. As an employer -- I knew that how the candidtae looked on the day of the interview was the best it was ever going to be!

3. I often took candidates to lunch to check out their table manners.

4. Last, but not least, have a strong handshake & direct eye contact.