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Monday, June 29, 2015

Common Mistakes at Interviews

Common Mistakes at Interviews

An interview is a process for finding a suitable candidate for a job. It can take place in a number of ways, That is.. face to face, panel interviews, telephonic interviews or video interviews. But the purpose remains the same,That is. to find the right candidate who possesses the competencies and skill sets to match the job requirements and the one, will also fit into thee organisational culture.
The job interview process can happen in multiple stages. By understanding the format and different type of interviews, you can practice and be  prepared. Thus you can achieve success at job Interviews.
  1.  Do not give lost looks during your interview. Do not indicate that you are lost. Show interest in whatever you are doing. Do complete research before going for interview.You can also show interest by asking questions about the job, the organisation, and its services and products. The best way to impress an employer is to ask questions that build upon your interview discussion. This shows you are interested and paying close attention to the interviewer.
  2. Do not ask unnecessary questions. Avoid talking too Much and asking unnecessary information and questions. Listen patiently to your interviewer
  3. Giving wrong answers and defending the same or giving contradictory answers are unacceptable behavior from candidates
  4. Not Being Prepared  Re-read the relevant version of your CV and the job advert, just before the interview. You'd be surprised how many people can't remember what they wrote on their CV. And if you remember what type of person the job advert was looking for, it's easier to demonstrate that you have those qualities.Make sure you've brought with you anything you were asked for. It's fine to bring a note-pad and pen, but make sure they're tidy.
  • Lack of research on the company you plan to work for
  • Being unaware about the details of your present company
  • Repeating the same thing again and again in different ways
  • Getting aggressive
  • Being too passive
  • Pleading for the job
  • Not listening to the question asked due to excitement and nervousness
  • Exhibiting lack of enthusiasm through your body language
  • Bad mouthing your present boss
  • Talking ill about your present organisation
  • Covering up your lack of knowledge by lying
  • Sharing your life's Problems with the interviewer 
  • Forgetting the follow-up
  • Focusing on the funds
  •  Being too modest
  • Not showing why you're the best choice
  • Dressing down 
  • Not talking the interview seriously
  • Forgetting your manners
  • A bad handshake
  • Using YES or NO answers
  • Failing to explain what you will bring to the party.


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