57. DON’T BUTTER YOUR POPCORN

I love going to the movies with my wife. Before we go into the movie theater, we usually stopped at the concession stand and, after considering the licorice, always go for the popcorn. Then we douse it with butter (or butter-flavored oil), the worst thing for you, but it’s movie night out, so we splurge for a special treat. The popcorn goes in between us at the theater and we try not to disturb the people next to us while reaching into the popcorn bowl. A little crunching is acceptable at the movies, but not during your digital job interviews. The focus of each interview is as much about the needs of the person interviewing you as it is about you. So it should go without saying that you shouldn’t be feeding your ...

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