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What about interviews over a meal?

Q. What about interviews over a meal?

A.

• Avoid ordering messy dishes that need to be eaten by hand.
  
• It's very awkward, but possible to take notes on a notepad during a meal. If you must take notes, bring a small pad and/or write everything down after the table is cleared.
  
• Don't drink alcohol, even if your interviewer does.
  
• Avoid ordering the most expensive or the cheapest dish. Try to order in the same price range as your host.
  
• Don't talk with your mouth full. If the interviewer asks you a question, swallow your food before answering (don't spit it out).
  
• Don't offer to pay for the meal.
  

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