Have You Made One of These Fatal Mistakes in a Job Interview?

Posted by Rachel on

January's a BIG time for job hunting and interviewing.  If you do get some interviews, here's how to keep yourself from COMPLETELY BLOWING IT.

 

--CareerBuilder.com surveyed 2,600 hiring managers around the country, and figured out the eight most FATAL MISTAKES you can make in a job interview.  Check 'em out.

 

#1.)  Not making eye contact.  72% of employers mentioned it.

#2.)  Seeming disinterested or unenthusiastic, 62% mentioned it.

#3.)  Answering a cell phone call or texting during the interview, 60%.

#4.)  Dressing inappropriately, 60%.

#5.)  Talking bad about your current or previous employer, 58%.

#6.)  Never smiling, 42%.

#7.)  Bad posture, 38%.

#8.)  Not providing specific examples of your knowledge or experience, 34%.

 

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