Hard Convey optimism and enthusiasm, especially during the informal conversation on the way to the interview room. Many employers form a lasting first impression from the way you act during the first five minutes.•Make good eye contactwithout staringat the interviewer.•Use the interviewer’s name (use Mr. or Ms. and Last Name) during the interview.•Listen to how you are speaking (not too quickly, not too slowly). Do not ramble or mumble. Use good grammar. Always “yes,” neversay“yeah” or “yup” and try to avoid “uh” and “um