"Is it written in my resume like that?" What not to say in an interview

When talking about previous work

1. We didn't have a good relationship with the boss, but it's not about me

Right now, the employer cannot find out who is right and who is wrong. But he will have several doubts at once. Perhaps you are a conflicted person and this will lead to a bunch of problems. It is possible that you tell unpleasant things about each company, and no one wants to risk their reputation. In a word, it's easier not to take you.

If you need to justify a job change, it is better to focus on your own aspirations and opportunities, and not on the negative.

2. All this is on my resume

It doesn't matter why the interviewer asks the question: he hasn't read the resume or wants to hear a detailed version of events - he will not like such an answer. The interview is designed to get to know you from a new perspective. So don't be lazy to share your experiences.

3. Is it written like that in my resume?

Before the interview, it's best to brush up on the wording you used. Otherwise, such questions will make the interviewer wonder if you are writing.

4. I increased the profits of the coworking space after I offered to rent the hall for meetups, workshops and workouts at the pitching …

In some areas, the language is filled with borrowings or professionalism, and nothing can be done about it. But at interviews it is better not to test the interviewer for knowledge of slang - use classic Russian.

When talking about yourself

5. I don't care what to do / ready to do everything

This phrase indicates despair or indifference, and this is not what the employer wants to see in the candidate. It is better to show that you know what you want and in which direction you should develop.

6. My main drawbacks are perfectionism and workaholism

Boring and predictable, even if it's true. Come up with something more original so as not to literally follow the manuals from the Internet.

7. I like to do everything myself

Not always an appropriate characterization. If you are applying for a leadership position, you will not be able to delegate matters. When interacting in a team, you will also have to negotiate. And bosses will certainly want to contribute to your work. If you want to pay attention to how much you can do, it is better to tell more about the experience.

When discussing salary

8. Now I get …

With a job change, you most likely counted on an increase in income. If you announce the current salary, it will be the starting point. From the point of view of the employer, everything above will suit you. Therefore, you should first find out how much they are ready to offer you, and build on this amount when negotiating.

9. How much are you going to pay me?

The interviewer understands that you are not working for charitable reasons and that the financial issue is important. But first, it's worth getting to know each other and understand how much you fit together. And only then can we move on to discussing salaries. If you start a conversation with her, you can ruin everything.

When asked to ask questions

10. What does your company do?

Without guile, the main incentive when looking for a job is not to starve to death. But there are rules of the game that must be followed if you want to get a seat. They assume that you are interested in working for this particular company, so they should know a thing or two about it.

Usually a little research of the firm's website is enough to get the information you need. It is no longer necessary to study the company in more detail for an interview, but in order to understand what it is like to work there.

11. How quickly can I expect to be promoted?

Not every position provides for career advancement. At the same time, an increase in wages is not ruled out. But the interlocutor may think that you will not stay in the company, since you are aimed at a different position.

12. I have no questions

Even if you really understand everything, come up with a couple of routine questions about the specifics of the work. Otherwise, it may seem that you do not care where to work and whether you will be hired.

Anytime

13. I really need this job

No matter how hard it is for you, the employer is not obliged to enter into your situation, and you put him in an awkward situation. Nobody likes to feel uncomfortable.

14. I will only answer the call

If you accidentally do not have a nuclear suitcase with you, the question hardly requires such a quick reaction. Mute your phone and put the device in your bag. This should be done not only during the interview, as we are talking about the basic rules of politeness.

15. Sorry I was late

This does not mean that you can rush into the interview room without an apology. You just don't have to be late.

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