Very brief and I only answered simple questions. Of course I had military experience which they like, and a bit of sales experience before the military. The hiring manager was busy with other work prior to the interview, but he saw me after about 10 minutes or so. I wore a dress shirt, tie, and black slacks to the interview. No blue jeans are allowed. But, one thing of note that I like is that you have permission to have a beard as long as it is neat and trimmed.

**Build Rapport**: Start with light conversation to ease nerves. - **Set the Agenda**: Briefly explain the flow and timeline. - **Active Listening**: Take notes, ask follow-ups, and avoid interruptions. - **Time Management**: Allocate time per section to cover all points without rushing. - **Q&A**: Reserve 5–10 minutes for the interviewee’s questions.