Here’s a cost-effective way to make a good first impression when you’re interviewing candidates: As they arrive, have your receptionist give each candidate a small box of chocolates or bag of mints along with a handwritten card that thanks them for coming in and says you’re looking forward to the meeting.
      The gift will reinforce the company’s interest and help put candidates at ease for the interview.
—Adapted from the MBA Placement and Career Center at Michigan State University website