Ø  Arriving Late

Walking in for the interview even ten minutes after the interview is scheduled for, sends a

negative first impression to potential employers. Get detailed directions to the interview

site and calculate how long it will take you to get there, so that you can arrive 10 minutes

early.

Ø  Inappropriate Appearance

Improper clothes and grooming can jeopardize an interview. Casual clothes are definitely

out. Your objective should be to dress smartly and not overtly. Remember, nails should

be cut, hair well groomed and shoes polished. These may seem like little things but they

count for a lot in any interview.

Ø  Poor Communication Skills

A candidate who has bad grammar, talks too much, or does not listen is a red flag. Being

too open during the interview is a killer too. You should be candid, but don't pile the

interviewer with all of your personal problems. Think before you speak!!

Ø  Poor Performance or Preparation

Yes, there are job seekers who don't prepare for the interview or even know what job

they are interviewing for. Lack of eye contact, extreme gestures or movements, and other

physical ticks can really turn off employers.

Ø  Negative Attitude Display

Hiring managers are turned off by unenthusiastic, bored or arrogant behavior. Using

profanity, acting cocky, or putting down a previous boss will quickly turn off an

interviewer.

Ø  Lying in the Resume or During Interview

Do you have to told that dishonesty is a no-no? For example, do not falsely claim to have

earned degrees or certificates and do not cover up a possible criminal record. Also, just in

case you weren't sure, stealing from a prospective employer is also frowned upon in an

interview.

Ø  Failing to Confirm Interest

After the employer has finished explaining the details of the organization and the job

descripttion, it is your responsibility to reaffirm your interest and ask what the next step is.