When it comes to asking a person for references, an employer can ask for the names of persons willing to provide professional and/or character references for the prospective employee. An employer should ask, "By whom were you referred for a position here"? An employer should not ask a prospective employee questions of a prospective employee's former employers or acquaintances which elicit information specifying the prospective employee's religious creed, color, ancestry, race, national origin, medical condition, physical handicap, sex, age, or marital status.

When it comes to asking a person who to notify when the potential employee has an accident or in an emergency, an employer should simply ask that. An employer should not ask a potential employee the name and address of a relative to be notified in case of emergency or accident.

When it comes to asking a potential employee about organizations and activities that they belong to, an employer should ask, "Please list job-related clubs, professional societies, clubs, or other associations to which you belong. You may omit those which indicate your color, religious creed, race, age, national origin, sex, or ancestry". An employer should not ask, "List all societies, lodges, organizations and clubs to which you belong".

Important tips for prospective employees having a person to person interview are pretty basic. First impressions are very important. A prospective employee may be able to do the work accurately and efficiently and may know all the answers, but a prospective employee must also win the approval of the interviewer. In a person to person interview, many people believe that appearances counts up to 90 percent in an interview.

It is important for a prospective employee to not underdress or overdress in an interview. Dress in a manner that's businesslike. Attention to personal grooming and dress will give the potential employee confidence. A potential employee should avoid extremes in makeup, hairstyles and clothing.

It is important as a potential employee to think about the questions that may be asked of them. Give some thought to the type of response that should be given to the questions the employer may ask. Poise and confidence will be gained from such preparation when a prospective employee approaches their interview.

A prospective employee may be asked other questions like, "What salary do you expect"? Or, "Why do you want to work for this company"? Prospective employees may be asked about their skills and grades and should know the proper answers to these questions.

During an interview, a prospective employee should speak in a clear, firm voice and give direct answers. Practice going through an interview, phrasing your answers to possible questions. An evasive, hesitant answer immediately leaves doubt in the employer's mind. Remember, too much can never be done to help your confidence and poise.