Things to NEVER do at a job interview

Whether it’s a lack of experience or anxiety about the unknown, many people seem to forget the basics when they are on a job interview. You may think that how to dress and act in this situation goes without saying, but some people find themselves doing some very surprising things that ensure they will NOT get the job.

Here are  a few things you should NEVER do on your first (or fiftieth) job interview:

• Arrive late
• Dress inappropriately – typically you should wear a suit
• Send text messages, search the web, or leave your phone on
• Chew gum
• Cry
• Speak poorly about your boss or coworkers
• Not know your resume
• Come unprepared (research the company, job and interviewer before hand)
• Avoid eye contact
• Swear
• Come without questions
• Talk too much or not enough
• Ask about pay or vacation days
• Forget to send a thank you note or email afterwards

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