Job Interview Bloopers And How To Correct Them
’m sure you’ve sat through
movie or TV “bloopers” at 2. Not dressing for the job or
the end of shows and company – “over casual”
laughed at the mistakes the
actors make during the filming of Today’s casual dress codes in the
the show. If I could put together office, do not give you
a film with bloopers that people permission to dress as “they” do
make in interviews it might seem when you interview. It is
funny as well – but not when it important to look professional
happens in real life - to you! and well groomed, above all.
Whether you wear a suit or
How do you avoid bloopers? First something less formal depends on
you become aware of what some of the company culture and the
the pitfalls of interviewing are position you are seeking. If
and then you prepare and practice possible, call and find out what
so that it won’t happen to you. the company dress code is before
Here are 10 of those very the interview.
pitfalls to watch for.
3. Not listening – only worrying
1.Poor non-verbal communication – about what you are going to say
slouching – fidgeting – lack of
eye contact From the very beginning of the
interview, your interviewer is
It’s about demonstrating giving you information, either
confidence - standing straight, directly or indirectly. If you
making eye contact, and are not listening – turning up
connecting with a good, firm your intuitive - you are missing
handshake. That first impression a major opportunity. Good
can be a great beginning, or a communication skills include
quick ending to your interview. listening and letting the person
know you heard what they said. the interview, and to ask
Observe your interviewer and questions, but not to over-step
match that style and pace. your place as a candidate looking
for a job.
4. Talking too much – telling it
all – even if it’s not relevant 6. Using inappropriate language –
you “guys” know what I mean
Telling the interviewer more than
they need to know could be a It’s a given that you should use
fatal mistake. When you have not professional language during the
prepared ahead of time you may interview. Be aware of any
tend to ramble, sometimes talking inappropriate slang words or
yourself right out of the job. references to age, race,
Prepare for the interview by religion, politics, or sexual
reading through the job posting; preferences – these topics could
matching your skills with the get the door slammed very
requirements of the position, and quickly.
relating only that information.
7. Acting cocky – being
5. Being over-familiar – your new overconfident – “king of the
best friend is NOT the hill”
interviewer
Attitude plays a key role in your
The interview is a professional interview success. There is a
meeting to talk business. This is fine balance between confidence,
not about making a new friend. professionalism, and modesty.
The level of familiarity should Even if you’re putting on a
mimic the demeanor of the performance to demonstrate your
interviewer. It is important to ability, over-doing is as bad, if
bring energy and enthusiasm to not worse, as being too reserved.
listening to what is asked during
8. Not answering the question the interview, and asking for
asked – “jumping in without additional information.
thinking”
10. Appearing desperate –
When an interviewer asks for an “Please, please hire me!”
“example of a time,” you did
something, he is seeking a sample It’s a tough job market, and you
of your past behavior. If you need a job! But, when you
fail to relate a “specific” interview with the “Please,
example, you not only don’t please, hire me,” approach you
answer the question, but you miss appear desperate and less
an opportunity to prove your confident. Maintain the three
ability and tell about your “C’s” during the interview: Cool,
skills. Calm, and Confident! You know you
can do the job, – now, make sure
9. Not asking questions – a the interviewer believes you can,
missed opportunity you will live too.
to regret
Everybody makes mistakes – that’s
When asked if they have any what makes us human. We can laugh
questions, the majority of at ourselves a great deal of the
candidates answer, “No.” Wrong time when we get tongue-tied or
answer! It is extremely important forget someone’s name – even our
to ask questions. It demonstrates spouse’s. But in the interview
an interest in what goes on in you want to be as prepared and
the company. It also gives you polished as possible. If you do
the opportunity to find out if make a mistake, consider it a
this is the right place for you. human error and learn from the
The best questions come from experience. In the meantime do
your homework and get prepared.
About the Author:
Carole Martin is a celebrated author, trainer, and mentor. Carole can give you interviewing tips like no one else can. Get a copy of her FREE 9-part "Interview Success Tips" report by visiting Carole on the web at http://www.interviewcoach.com
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