20 interview anxiety you may have on the day of the interview: • Feel good that you have been selected for the interview • Give yourself credit – no matter what the outcome, this is great practice! • Stick to your routine the day of the interview • Get ready the night before the interview: Prepare your clothes for the interview; shine or dust off your shoes • Practice your interview responses • Plan to go to bed early so you will be well rested on the day of your interview • If virtual, still dress head to toe, as if the interview was in person SIX MOST COMMON INTERVIEWING MISTAKES 1. Not being prepared. You should do research on the company and come prepared to have an exchange of ideas with the interviewer. You should prepare how you will answer questions and have questions ready to ask. 2. Answering questions about your weaknesses incorrectly. When asked what your weaknesses are, avoid boastful answers like, “I’m a perfectionist” or “I work too hard.” You need to highlight a skill that you genuinely want to improve and state what action you are taking (or you took) to correct it. 3. Not dressing for success. You will not be taken seriously if you arrive for the interview in clothes inappropriate for the work environment. Even if it is a virtual interview, dress head to toe like you would for an in person interview. 4. Leaving your cell phone on. Turn off your cell phone before the interview, and do not keep it in plain sight. 5. Arriving late to the interview. This is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. Be sure to arrive no more than ten minutes early to make a good impression. 6. Not showing up physically is just as bad as not showing up mentally.
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