Interviews can be both exciting and full of nervousness.
While it's natural to feel anxious, making gestural mistakes can hinder your chances of landing your dream job.
1. Underestimating the Power of Preparation 📝
Winging it or relying solely on your resume.
↳Research the company thoroughly, understand its culture, mission, and recent news.
↳Practice common interview questions and tailor your answers to the specific role.
2. Skipping Non-Verbal Communication 🧠
Slouching, poor eye contact, or fidgeting.
↳Practice good posture, maintain eye contact, and use positive body language.
↳Smile, nod, and use hand gestures to convey enthusiasm and confidence.
3. Overemphasizing Academics 📈
Focusing solely on academic achievements, ignoring practical skills.
↳Highlight relevant coursework, projects, and internships.
↳Emphasize how your academic knowledge translates into practical skills and problem-solving abilities.
4. Lack of Enthusiasm 😤
Appearing disinterested or unenthusiastic.
↳Show genuine interest in the company and the role.
↳Ask insightful questions, actively listen, and maintain a positive and energetic demeanor.
5. Poor Time Management ⏲️
Rambling on or rushing through answers.
↳Practice concise and articulate communication.
↳Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers and stay within the time limit.
6. Ignoring the Company Culture 🏤
Not researching the company culture or failing to align your answers with it.
↳Understand the company's values, work environment, and team dynamics.
↳Tailor your responses to demonstrate how your personality and work style fit the company culture.
7. Overusing Jargon 🤖
Using industry jargon excessively, especially if the interviewer is from a different field.
↳Use clear and concise language.
↳Avoid technical terms unless necessary, and explain complex concepts in simple terms.
8. Failing to Ask Thoughtful Questions 🍕
Not asking any questions or asking generic ones.
↳Prepare thoughtful questions about the role, the team, the company culture, or future projects.
↳This shows your interest and engagement.
9. Poor Phone Etiquette ☎️
Answering calls during the interview or using your phone without permission.
↳Turn off your phone or silence it before the interview.
↳If you receive an urgent call, excuse yourself politely and step outside to take the call.
10. Underestimating the Importance of Follow-up 🙌
Failing to send a thank-you note or follow up after the interview.
↳Send a personalized thank-you email within 24 hours, reiterating your interest and thanking the interviewer for their time.
11. Being Overly Negative 🔥
↳Complaining about previous employers or negative experiences.
Interview is a discussion between two liars…
Interview is two way street, both candidate and interviewer must take it seriously 😳
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