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Don’t arrive
unprepared. Preparation is the key to performing well in interviews.
Research the role and organization, and prepare evidence and examples of
your skills and competencies
Don’t wear heavy make-up, cologne or perfumes
Don’t smoke before your interview
Don’t bring anyone else with you: your ride, friend, sister, child or pet.
This interview is for you only and not for anyone else
Don’t show impatience with the interviewer, even if you have been kept
waiting too long
And most importantly don't be late
Don’t let the interview process stress you out
Don't slouch in your seat or do anything else that makes you look
disinterested
Don't let your nerves show too much. A few nerves are normal but extreme
nerves will affect your performance. Use breathing techniques and try to
remember that it's not a life and death situation - there are plenty of jobs
out there
Don’t be critical of employers
Don’t ask questions for the sake of asking questions
Don’t exaggerate or lie about yourself or your work history
Don’t sit around doing nothing if you have finished a task take the
initiative and look to further help out
Don't lie! The interviewer may see through you. Even if you get the job,
your employer can dismiss you if they find out
Don't discuss controversial topics such as religion, politics and gender
relations
Don't read from notes or your CV. You should be familiar enough with your
own history to be able to talk about it unprompted
Don’t be negative or criticize your current boss or company as this will
create the impression of a lack of loyalty
Don’t focus on your perceived weakness or lack of experience
Don’t be afraid to use non-work experience to highlight a particular skill
Don’t Start to discuss salary or remunerator unless the subject is bought up
first
Don’t Assume that you know the outcome of the interview after it is over -
you are not a mind reader
Don't be arrogant and assume you've got the job. Nothing turns off employers
more than someone who is disrespectful and over-confident
Don’t Accept immediately if you are offered a position. This will give the
impression of desperation
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