Look over the candidate's application and resume at least an hour before the interview so you can familiarize yourself with who they are. Take note of any specific hobbies, organizations, or experience they have so you can bring it up throughout the interview. If you seem knowledgeable about the candidate, they'll be more willing to open up and connect with you.  For example, you may notice that the candidate only worked their last job for 3 months, and you can address that in the interview to get more clarification. If they have a portfolio included with their application, choose 1-2 things in it to talk about and what you liked about them. Maintain eye contact and smile so your voice comes across as friendly while you're speaking. Show a genuine interest in the interview candidate by leaning forward and listening to what they're saying. Start with a bit of small talk so they're more willing to engage in the conversation right away. For example, you may say, “It's nice to meet you, John. How have you been this morning so far?” Avoid using yes-or-no questions since they don't promote good conversation. Instead, ask questions that will make the candidate talk more about themselves and their experiences so they have a chance to talk about themselves. Listen to them attentively so you're able to ask more questions about the subject. As you ease the candidate into the interview, start asking the tougher questions you had planned so they feel more comfortable and confident in their answers. For example, you can ask questions like, “What style of work environment do you work best in?” or, “What leadership style do you prefer when it comes to your job?” If the interview candidate asks you questions about the job, don't be afraid to share your experiences. Talk about what's going on with the company, what you're looking for in a candidate, and what you value. Let them know about what the work environment is like and be honest about if it can be difficult at times. The candidate will appreciate the honesty and they'll feel more comfortable talking to you about it. You can talk about yourself personally as well. Share experiences you've had inside and outside of the job so the candidate understands who you are. Regardless of if you plan on following up with the candidate, offer them a handshake at the end of the interview and thank them for coming to the interview. Show them respect and let them know you'll be in touch so you can talk to them again. As long as you're courteous, the candidate will feel more comfortable and confident. Reach out to candidates you've interviewed about any follow-ups or if you're moving onto someone different. Even though it may not be the news they want to hear, they will respect that you still reached back out to them.
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One-sentence summary -- Review the candidate's application before the interview. Use a friendly tone throughout the interview so the candidate opens up. Ask open-ended questions so the candidate feels engaged. Share personal stories about your career and the work environment. Thank the candidate for their time so they feel respected.

Article: You may have noticed that chokers are all the rage this season.  They come in all different widths, colors, and materials, but one of the most popular is the classic velvet choker.  These iconic ‘90s pieces look great out on the town at night, but they’re also doable in the daytime.  Pair them with a flowy daytime dress or slouchy sweater to look easygoing but also on-trend and put-together. A narrower width will be more subtle than broader versions.  You can even find chokers that mimic bolo ties or ribbons, creating a longer line that doesn’t read as such a bold choker-choice. Velvet ankle booties combine luxe sophistication with a retro rock n roll attitude.  And, since they’re a relatively small part of your ensemble, they can be a good way to ease into the velvet trend.  Pair them with some skinny jeans or boot-cut trousers to highlight the lush velvet while remaining casual and cool. You’ll find that most velvet booties have platforms or chunky heels, so you might want to look for a different velvet accessory if you’re uncomfortable with heels. Chokers might be the most popular velvet accessory, but they're not the only ones available.  In fact, you can find a wide variety of hair accessories and jewelry in velvet, such as headbands, retro scrunchies, cuff bracelets, and baseball caps.  Since these components are fairly small, you can incorporate them into almost any casual outfit without feeling like you're making a fashion statement. Don't forget about handbags!  Even though you might not wear them on your body in the same way that you wear a dress or a hat, they can constitute important and attention-grabbing elements of your ensemble.  Velvet clutches and backpacks are particularly in vogue at the moment, as well as small, cross-body purses and pocketbooks. If you want to incorporate some velvet into your outfit without committing to a whole piece, look for jackets, belts, or bottoms with some velvet accents.  A velvet trim on a dress or blouse, a velvet ribbon or stripe around the waist of a blazer, or velvet buttons on a jacket can all add flair to your ensemble while remaining subtle and casual.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Check out a velvet choker. Put on some velvet ankle booties. Add a small velvet accessory, such as a headband or cuff bracelet. Find a top or bottom with velvet accents.