What you bring depends on your past or intended line of work and what’s relevant to the position being filled, and it also depends on who is interviewing you. Recruiters, unless they are specialized, probably won’t want to see a portfolio, but hiring managers will. Charts and graphs showing financial success could work in your favor in either situation. If writing samples are required, in most cases, you should plan to send them electronically.
If you bring a portfolio of work samples, such as design or project work, it is important to keep it simple. You don’t want to be encumbered by a pile of materials or shuffling papers around during the interview. The focus should be on you, not your stuff. You also don’t want to overwhelm the interviewer and take up too much time.
Here’s a brief list of the main items that you might need:
- Portfolio or other recent, relevant documents—enough to use as talking points or visual demonstrations of your capabilities
- Copies of your resume printed on quality paper—enough for each person you will meet (check ahead to be sure)
- Pen and notepad or notebook—for taking notes for yourself and to show your interest (just don’t overdo it)
- Calendar, if you carry one (but keep your Blackberry or cell phone on mute and out of view)
- MOST IMPORTANT: A well rested and prepared YOU
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