Top 10 interview mistakes

Top 10 interview mistakes Top 10 interview mistakes CNN/Careerbuilder has a nice article on top 10 interview mistakes. Ive included my four favorite interview tips below. Do some research: When you walk into a job interview, knowledge of the companys history, goals and current activity proves to the interviewer that you are not only prepared for the interview, but also that you want to be a part of the organization. Keep it professional: Although interviewers often try to create a comfortable setting to ease the job seekers nerves, business decorum shouldnt disappear. Avoid offering personal details that can be controversial or have no relevance to the position, such as political and religious beliefs or stories about a recent break-up. Know what to expect: Expect to hear staple interview questions: Whats your biggest weakness? Why do you want to work here? Tell me about yourself. Why did you leave your last job? These open-ended questions are harder to answer than they sound, so think about your responses before the interview. Put on a happy face: The interview is not the time to air your grievances about being wronged by a past boss. How you speak about a previous employer gives the hiring manager an idea of how youll speak about him or her once youve moved on.