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Things to avoid when going for a job interview

Wednesday, May 5, 2010 by Samuel | 0 comments

Details to a job application do matters. Firstly there's the fact that different jobs require a certain quality from an applicant which should manifest even in his curriculum vitae. secondly the behaviors of the decision makers has made passing a bit more difficult; knowing that they are the best in the field they have certain air that tends to be pleased whether it may be professional or personal preference.

So as to not get your resume caught up in the pile of rejects here are basics that applicants must not do in order to avoid such thing from happening.

1. Don’t send a follow-up text message saying "thx 4 d mtng". The art of professional thank-you notes still hits the right spot when it comes to getting employer's attention. Firstly it's classy and secondly it tells something about the applicant like professionalism, formalities, and the works. There are some applicants, especially the newly grads, who think a text message or adding in a social network is enough. for some managers moves such as these already gives them the impression that the applicant is someone who is sure to lack on social graces which is usually a plus for any job description.

2. Don’t spam your resume. To apply for the same position or different position in the company posting the application in different website can be a hassle and annoying for the employers.

3. Don't ask for what the company you are applying to does. An applicant should do its homework. Research through the company's website or ask. Better scan newspapers for such announcements that are related to your company. It pays to show something that you know about the company and how you were impressed over something about it.

4. Don't bring family members. There are some applicants who surprise their employer by bringing along babies or their parents to the job interview. If left with no choice better contact the employer about the situation that you'll be bringing along people with you.

5. Don't dare use a cell phone during meetings. During an interview it's just you and your employer. Hold the calls and the messages. Such behaviors where an applicant takes personal calls are annoying. Leave the cell phone inside bags and just do the interview without it.

6. Don't overreact. It may pay for an applicant to have a sense of humor during interviews however keep in mind to keep everything subtle. Don’t cry or laugh too much. You may smile once in awhile but keep reactions as little as possible yet don't be too quiet or reaction less at all. You’ll be seen as someone boring if you also do such actions.

7. Do not take cups or drinks during interviews. Leave them. It may give a bad impression to the interviewer if you did bring your own. This may mark as informal.

SUMMARY: It seems that newly grads nowadays are committing a lot of errors when it comes to going for a job interview, then again background check says more. Here are what to avoid during job interviews.


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