After spending hours perfecting your cover letter and tweaking your CV, you finally have an interview for your dream job!
Unless your Donald Trump, you have to be qualified for the role in hand and showcase your skills and experience.
You may have read our previous blog on why first impressions matter, but there’s much more to it! So below, we take a look at the key things not to do in a job interview:
Don’t be late
Did your car break down or did the bus not show up? If you’re late for an interview it doesn’t really matter why and the interviewers may write you off before you’ve even spoken. Leave with plenty of time, plan your route and aim to show up 15 minutes early. It’s better to be early than late!
Don’t fidget or slouch
Having good body language and posture will go a long way in creating a good first impression. Don’t slouch when you sit down and avoid fidgeting as this will make you appear nervous and lacking in confidence. How can you expect an employer to believe in your abilities when you don’t believe in yourself?
Don’t dress inappropriately
You may be excited to wear your new dress, but if it’s not appropriate for an interview, you probably shouldn’t wear it. Whilst many workplaces will not require you to wear full business wear into the office every day when it comes to interviews, proper business attire is expected! So even if you are interviewing for a warehouse role, you still need to look the part!
Don’t criticise
Although you may not be happy in your current job, it’s important not to appear bitter or resentful. Avoid bad mouthing your current or previous employers during a job interview. Interviewees who are quick to share information about the internal goings-on within their current company will appear indiscreet and disloyal – neither of which will help you secure a new job!
Combining our advice with a good dose of common sense will help you make a great first impression and increase your chances of landing your dream job.
If you are looking for a new role or advice, please get in touch on with us on 01235 462 900 or email us at info@selective-group.co.uk.
