Master of the Coffee Interview - Part 2

Rules for handling information one-on-one coffee interviews considerately and efficiently! Rule #2 - Mind Your Manners - Just because it's coffee does not mean it's casual. Don't arrive like you just came from the gym. The less well the person knows you, the more professional you should dress. Order something simple so you can focus on the conversation - coffee with cream. No half caf, chocolate-caramel, two splenda, no whip, soy latte. Let the other party who has agreed to sit down with you order whatever they like! Attempt to pay for both drinks, even though the more senior person will often pick up the tab. Send a handwritten thank you right away. Email is nice, but handwritten is even better.