Job Interview Tips

You got the interview… now here’s what NOT to say!

• Negative comments about your current or past employers and co-workers.
• Requests for special hours or equipment unless you have a handicap that necessitates special accommodations.
• Avoid initiating salary discussions or making demands in the early interview stages.
• Asking about vacation days, sick days or holidays.
• Don’t give a list of the things you won’t do.
• Asking, “What is it your company does again?”
• “I don’t know, I just saw your ad and I thought I’d give this a try.”
• “I don’t have any negative points.”
• Avoid argumentative statements.
• No whining or complaining.
• Do not make dishonest or misleading statements.
• It goes without saying that slang and expletives should not be used.
• Derogatory remarks about a particular gender, race or nationality are out of line.