I'm a young teen, should I address my interviewer by "Ms. So-and-So" or her first name?

Question

I have an interview tomorrow.

Answer 1

It is ESPECIALLY important to always formally address your interviewer. Remember that the first impression you make will pretty much determine the outcome of the interview. By going into the interview and shaking hands with her saying "Hi, I'm -insert name-, nice to meet you Ms. so and so" you will give her the perfect first impression (considering your physical appearance is appropriate too). Unless when you meet her and she says "Please call me -first name-" then stick with "Ms. so and so"

Good luck on your interview, hope you get the job/position!

Answer 2

Mr./Ms. so-and-so is better than addressing the person by their first name. Shows more respect.

Answer 3

Always address the interviewer by their last name. This shows them that you have respect for other coworkers and those in the executive positions. Unless otherwise they state to call them by their first name use their last. If you feel you mispronounced the name mention that "I hope pronounced

your name correctly."

Answer 4

i have a first job. and when i met them a few days ago i could tell what i should call them. what they introduce themselves as. alot of adults will introduce themselves as mr. or mrs. or miss when they say thier name so you don't get it twisted and call them by thier first name. but usually on a job its wrong to call your managers mr or miss. its kinda unprofessional. but that all depends where you work. just listen to what other people call them. like someone your age. and then go from thier

good luck

--jazzie

Answer 5

Definitely the last name preceded by Miss or Mrs.

Answer 6

Call them by their last name, Unless they ask you to call them by their first.

Good luck.

Answer 7

Use his or her title--Ms., Mrs. (if you know), Mr., Your Honor, Your Most High (that's the way I like to be addressed).  If the interviewer says it's ok to call her by her first name, then feel free to address her by her first name but don't cutify it (Deboray into Debbie, Elizabeth into Lizzy or Liz, etc.).  You want to maintain the level of respect.  Good luck on your interview.

Answer 8

I would go with Ms. so and so. Make a good impression.

Answer 9

Ms. Last Name.

It is a sign of respect for her position and age.   It never hurts to be polite.

Answer 10

Ms. So-and-So.  If she expected you to call her by her first name, she will be flattered, not disappointed.  If this is the case, she'll probably just go, "Call me Helen" or whatever.

Good luck in your interview!

Answer 11

She will introduce herself.. if she says.. I am x*x Smith.. then you call her Mrs Smith if you see her wear a wedding ring.. if she says.. Hello I am Cindy.. then you call her Cindy..  some interviewers are informal.. it depends.. look if she wears a wedding ring. then call her Mrs.. I personally address women over 30 as Mrs... no matter what.. and if it's a man then it's easy.. it's Mr.. unless he says.. Hi, I'm John.. then call him John.. he wants to be informal... otherwise it's Mr.. x*x

Answer 12

You should get on your knees and beg. Beg beg. Show some respect for your elders, they know a whole lot more than you do. Address male adults as Sir, female adults as Miss, married females as Misses.

Sound like fun? Sure does. Have fun groveling.

Answer 13

ms. whatever her last name

Answer 14

It doesn't matter what your age.  In situations with a superior (interviewer, boss, teacher, etc.), always use Mr. or Ms. until they say to call them by their first name.  It's just a sign of respect and they will think you are professional and serious about what you're doing, and that's a good thing!

Answer 15

I say first. It would be awkward for both you and the other person...Honestly why is it rude to call a person by their first name?? Its not like they're applying to be a surgeon or something like that... I'd go with the first name, you can't go wrong... ask your coworkers/ manager for their opinion if you're not sure.

...sorry...thought you were the interviewer, not the interviewee...good luck and go with the last name :)

Answer 16

The proper thing to do is to call her/him by Mr. Miss . or Mrs so and so . this is not a slur at their age , it is a sign of respect and you want them to know you are a respectful person .

I am 61 years old , and have spent 23 years in Tx. teaching and coaching football . In all the interviews I have gone on , no matter who I was interviewing with I always said Yes Mam and No Mam, sir . I even said it to my students.

I knew with the students as well as the people interviewing me , I had to give respect before I could get respect . I hope this helps you and Good luck on your interview

Answer 17

yes unless they ask you to address them by their first name, which most will (unless they're really full of themselves)