What Not to Say in an InterviewInappropriate Comments and Responses That Won’t Bring a Job OfferJan 9, 2008 Deborah S. Hildebrand
Make sure not to say the wrong thing in the interview and lose out on the job. Here's what not to say in a job interview.
It takes a lot of hard work to look for a new position. Just like the regular eight to five grind, job seekers have to put in long hours sending out resumes, meeting with recruiters and hiring managers, talking about themselves over and over, repeatedly answering questions. It can be exhausting. And it can be stressful. Job seekers who don’t prepare well in advance might find themselves saying the wrong thing or making inappropriate comments. And even those who do prepare themselves may find that they’ve inadvertently put their foot in their mouth or not fully thought out possible responses in advance. While no one can anticipate or predict what questions each recruiter is actually going to ask, job seekers can at least cushion themselves against a nasty faux pas by rehearsing traditional responses in advance and understanding what topics to avoid during the job interview. How to Prepare for the InterviewThe best thing that job seekers can do is to really know their job history. That means they need to review what their past experiences and accomplishments have been so that they are able to briefly and concisely present this information as appropriate responses to questions that are asked.
How to Connect in the InterviewOne of the best ways to do well in the interview is to make a connection with the interviewer. That means finding a common, neutral topic of discussion to ease the tension and be more likeable.
The whole idea behind the interview process is for job seekers to be likeable and put their best foot forward. The first impression really does count, so it is important to learn what not to say in an interview.
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