After speaking with many candidates and reading countless statistics, we have come up with a list of the most common mistakes made while interviewing. These tell tell signs represent nervousness, lack of confidence, may cause you to look/feel unprepared, etc. feel free to comment or add anything to the list!!
- Weak Handshake- Even for females….have a firm handshake!
- Lack of Smile
- Fidgeting
- Playing with hair/touching face/etc.
- Lack of eye contact
- Crossing arms
- Bad Posture
- Excessive use of hand gestures
- Knowing nothing about the company–winging it
- Lack of preparation (bring your resume, deliverables, examples of your work, etc.)
- The biggest thing I can tell you is be yourself, be prepared, and be confident. The employer has brought you in for an interview for a reason; show them you can do the job!!
Leigh Morse
Synergy America, Inc
Account Executive/Social Media Coordinator