If you are about to land on your first interview, take note of the culture-related topics in this guide to know how to better communicate with your employer. Dress in accordance to the accepted corporate clothing in the country and be confident in answering and facing your interviewer. The following are tips to help you get through an interview with a Brazilian employer:

Tip 1: Research very well about the company you will be applying for, and if possible, even about the person who will interview you. This will make it easy to start a connection between you and the interviewer. You should be able to bring with you some basic and general knowledge about the firm for it will surely be part of the questions. Make sure to review the position you are applying for as well, this will help answer questions that are relevant to your job description.

Tip 2: Always be punctual and arrive minutes early before your interview. There are no expected bathroom breaks on interviews so better visit the comfort room even before your call time.

Tip 3: Be confident and knowledgeable in answering interview questions. Show a demonstration of how you can get things done in the office and don’t feel wrong about feeling good at your suggestions. Don’t hesitate to ask questions or to ask for a few seconds to think about a question should it require some thinking. Asking questions make them feel that you are really interested in the position you are applying for, so make sure your questions are clear and relevant.

Tip 4: Don’t forget to wear decent and appropriate corporate clothing. Men are expected to be in dark colored suits over collared shirts that have a neutral color and women may prefer to wear a dark colored dress with a suit on as well. Remember to bring an ample amount of confidence to be able to speak clearly as possible.

If you’re the employee they are looking for, the HR personnel shall reach you out the soonest possible time they are able. Although it is not an offense to follow up on the HR officer, make sure you just politely shoot an email if you think you should be hearing from them already.