From my recruiting days at a staffing company in Florida and my administrative experience at an executive search firm, here are some resume/interview tips:
1) You had me at "hello" - Be personable to everyone you encounter. From the receptionist to the janitor. First impressions mean a lot and not just to the hiring interviewer. Trust me - if you treat the employer's receptionist and/or secretary like dirt or treat him or her like you are better then them, you will not be invited back for a second interview. It matters more than you think.
2) When trying to submit your resume to a headhunter/executive search firm, do NOT send money. Seriously, you would be surprised how many people attach a dollar bill in hopes that their resume would make it to the top of the pile. It didn't AND my boss always gave me the money attached... Maybe they should send $10 and $20.
3) Don't be late... and if you happen to be late - apologize! Know where your interview is and do a trial run before hand so you know exactly where you have to go.
4) Turn off your cell phone before entering the building. Absolutely no texting either!
5) Speaking of phones - my number one pet peeve -- Answering machines. Whether your cell phone or your home phone. Make sure your message is professional. If you are waiting for a call for an interview, trust me when I tell you that the interviewer does not want to listen to some hip hop or gangsta music on either your cell phone ring tone or on your home answering machine.
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