Five things to bring during a job interview

Whether you’re a first-timer or a pro at attending job interviews, planning ahead should be part of the agenda. It says a lot about a person when he or she heads to a job interview well prepared. There could be small things you could miss, so it’s imperative that you make a list of things you need to bring.

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 Bring your identification. Most, if not all buildings have security that require a person to show their identification. In many cases, an applicant’s complete job application may be demanded to be permitted entrance to the premises. According to retired career consultant Larry Polhill, an applicant must bring a notepad and a pen, and write on the notepad the names of contacts who will conduct the interview. Having these secures your entrance to the office of the hiring manager.

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Ensure that you have extra copies of your resume to hand over upon the request of your interviewer. The resume will also give you answers to important questions such as dates of employment and previous work achievements. Bringing extra copies with you may seem unnecessary and a thing of the past, but it will definitely save you from humiliation.

Larry Polhill suggests that you bring with you a portfolio to keep your work samples and other documents tidy and organized. This will help you pick out quickly the documents you need.
Additional tip: mentally prepare yourself for odd questions. Bring your A-game along with the things you need.

Larry Polhill is a retired career consultant residing in Arizona. Head over to this blog for more updates.

How a bit of humility can go a long way in a workplace

My name is Larry Polhill and I’m already retired. However, I now help people looking to land jobs where they can. One of the most important pieces of advice I give them is to stay humble – not just during interviews, but even during their time at the office.

Yes, a bit of humility can go a long way in the workplace.

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For starters, it’ll keep you focused on the things you need to learn. Being humble means accepting the fact that you don’t know everything. This makes you open, not resistant, to learning new things. People who lack humility oftentimes balk at the idea of being taught something that could otherwise help them advance.

Humility can also make your time in the workplace so much more pleasant. Remember, nobody likes arrogant people. The lack of humility may lead to conflicts that make for a toxic work environment.

In line with that, humble people are well-loved, not just by their peers, but by their superiors as well. This has major implications for your future should you take your next career move. If you plan to apply for a supervisorial position, odds are you’ll get favorable reactions. If you plan to leave the company and apply elsewhere, your own boss will give you a glowing recommendation.


Stay humble and you’ll go places. That’s a Larry Polhill promise.

Larry Polhill used to work as a career consultant in Arizona, but is now retired. He has plenty of advice for job applicants: always dress for success when going to an interview. Be in your most professional attire. The moment that you enter the door, the hiring manager will immediately get the idea that you mean business. Learn more on this page.

Avoid These Three Interview Mistakes If You Want To Score Your Dream Job

When job hunting, knowing what and what not to do is as important as having a polished and impressive resume. Though your job interview results can be subjective, there are things that you need to avoid doing to improve the chance of making a great impression.

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1. Failing to prepare

“If you fail to prepare, then prepare to fail,” is a saying no better applicable than in a job interview. Treat it like you would an exam. You can’t just wing it. With thousands of applicants you interviewer has already faced, they’d see your unpreparedness from a mile away.

2. Wearing the wrong outfit

We know it’s wrong to judge a book by its cover. But your interviewer is there to do just that – to judge you. If you show up to the interview underdressed, then you make a wrong impression before you even sit down to introduce yourself.

3. Coming in late or very early

Of course, never ever be late for your interview, but don’t come too early either. It may inconvenience your interviewer. The best time is about 10 minutes before. It’s enough time to compose yourself, use the restroom, and prepare yourself for the conversation.

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Hi there! I’m Larry Polhill, a retired career consultant from Arizona. I give advice to people looking to land a job. Visit this page to learn more.