Enthusiastic candidates help the process by doing research on the company they're applying to. They know what challenges/areas the organization currently deals with. They've also looked at the job description in detail, and know the skills, requirements, and competencies that the position requires. Above all else, smart candidates realize that they are in the interview process from the moment they're contacted to the time they arrive for the interview. In fact, clever HR pros will get feedback from the receptionist. ...