Have you been going on multiple interviews, only to continue being rejected by employers? If you’re spinning your wheels to land a new job, it may be time to evaluate your interviewing abilities. After all, you may be making interview mistakes that are costing you many job opportunities! Here are some of the most common interview blunders to avoid during your job search.
What to Avoid in an Interview So You Can Get That New Job
Not providing examples
While answering questions throughout an interview, it’s helpful to provide some compelling examples when discussing your skills and credentials. This will add more context to your qualifications and demonstrate to the interviewer how you’ve applied your abilities in past positions. The more specific you can be, the better! For example, rather than just stating you have “training experience,” you may explain that you “provided quarterly training to new staff on healthcare software and best practices.” Examples will reinforce your skills and make you a more memorable candidate.
Speaking poorly about former employers
While it may be tempting to vent or make some negative statements about a former employer, it’s best to refrain from making any derogatory remarks during interviews. If you choose to reference a previous position, speak only in the context of the job and your performance. You can certainly elaborate on skills you acquired in past employment, as well as what you may have learned. However, badmouthing a former boss or employer will only make you look unprofessional and ultimately detract from your qualifications.
Not preparing your own questions
A successful interview is a two-way street when it comes to asking questions. Though the hiring manager or recruiter will be asking you questions throughout most of the interview, it’s essential that you also come prepared with at least two or three intelligent questions about the employer or the position. This requires that you do some preliminary research about the organization regarding its culture and mission, as well as the type of work you’ll be doing as part of the team. From this information, you’ll be able to put together some meaningful questions that further demonstrate your interest in the job opportunity.
By avoiding these common interview mistakes, you’ll set yourself up for better success during interviews and ultimately improve your job search outcomes.
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