The 10 Most Critical Mistakes To Avoid In Your Initial Job

Critical Mistake 1 - Inadequate Preparation for the Interview

You need to be able to define yourself properly, and to map out your skills to the skills that the job you are applying for requires. You need to know what your major strengths are, and your major accomplishments, especially as they relate to the job that you are hoping to apply and interview for. You need to use the questions you ask and the answers to the questions the interviewer asks to make you really stand out.

large part of your interview success will hinge on your attitude, your willingness to listen, your willingness to ask and answer questions, and your ability to be honest and to have a positive outlook on the interview situation.

Make sure that you have a portfolio put together if your job interview requires it. Make sure that you have copies of any and all necessary documentation, including your resume, your curriculum vitae, recommendations, references, work samples, and anything else that is required in order to prove your work as a candidate for the job that you are applying for.

Make sure that you bring several copies of your resume so that everyone who attends the interview can have a copy and so that copies can be passed around as needed.

During the interview process, you should focus and concentrate on the things that really matter - not compensation.

How do I compare with other candidates that have already been interviewed?

The employer's job) easier?
Is there anything else that I can further clarify for you?

How will my job performance be measured?
What are the immediate goals of the department that I will be working in?
What is the biggest challenge that the company is currently facing?
What competitive advantages does the company have over other similar companies?
What does the interviewer like best about the company?
What could I do within this role that would make your job (The employer's job) easier?

What are your biggest challenges?
What is the average day like for this particular position?
What specific tasks will be expected of me in this position?
What is the next step following the interview?