Things not to do in an interview

When attending an interview, the main goal of every interviewee is to impress the recruiters. However, in an attempt to do this, candidates at times get carried away and end up giving responses that only ruin their chances of securing the job

We sample some of the responses that should not be used.

1. What do you do here?
Never ask this question as this will only show that you did not do a prior background research on the company.

Background checks for the basis when one is preparing for interviews. You should never walk into an interview not knowing about the position or company. You want to want to come out as excited and focused to work with the company.

2. I Did Not Get Along With My Boss.
Not under any circumstance should you speak ill of your previous employer. This might make the employer think that you are the one who is difficult to work with.

3. I Will do Anything.

Target your search to a specific role at each company, and be ready to explain why it’s exactly what you’re looking for.

You don’t want to come out as being desperate and not focused. Most hiring managers are looking for people who are incredibly passionate about the role they’re taking on. So when you give an open request, it only shows lack of passion.
4. It’s On My CV.
When an interviewer asks about a particular aspect even if already covered in your CV, he wants you to tell him more beyond a written word.

The main purpose of the interview is to see how well you can express yourself, therefore any question asked seeks to test or gauge a particular skill.
How you express yourself is key to whether you get the job or not. Your CV has done its part and landed you that interview. The remaining is up to you.