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I'm currently a freelancer (content-based profession), but I'm actively looking for a full-time salaried position. 

I submitted a resume to a company that I completely, 100%, want to be part of. I was called by an external recruiter (commissioned by the company) last week and had an initial phone interview--the recruiter is pushing me to the next step, which is an interview with the departmental hiring manager.

I've read a zillion websites with advice pertaining to job searches, interview advice, protocol, etiquette, DOs and DON'Ts, etc, much of which can contradict each other (i.e., one article recommends a certain set of rules to follow, and the next article will advise against those instructions.)

What I'd really like is some real-life advice from your own experience.  What worked for you? What made you get/not get the job?  I'd also like to hear from HR professionals:  what are you REALLY thinking when you're interviewing potential candidates?  What turns you right off? What is it about a candidate that makes your heart sing for joy?

I have researched the company, reviewed my answers to standard interview questions, the usual stuff.  What else should I know, that I don't know now?

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<bot>: Hoping to make the switch from freelancer to salaried.  Found the perfect company and position, recruiter is advancing me to the next level of interviews. Need real-life advice to make it all the way.)