You optimized your resume, got through the screening process, and scored an #interview. Congrats! Now the real excitement (and pressure) begins.
Here are three common interview mistakes you need to avoid if you want to land your dream job!
Not researching the company. You don't have to be an expert in everything the organization has done, but if you haven’t done any research, and you don’t know anything about its services, products, or culture, it’s going to become very obvious during the course of the conversation.
Using your cellphone. Please, please, please keep your phone tucked away (on silent!) in your bag or the car. Texting, scrolling social media, or answering calls during the interview will most likely cost you any chance you had of being hired. This includes the time you might be waiting in the lobby or interview room before the actual conversation begins! Remember, the actual interview begins the moment you walk into the door.
Being late. Interviews have a lot to do with first impressions. And being late is definitely not the best way to make a great first impression as it shows a lack of respect for the employer's time and a lack of time management and organization. Of course, things happen - you could get stuck in unpredictable traffic or caught in a subway delay. If something does happen, do whatever you can to get in touch with your interviewer.
What else would you add to this list? Comment below!
You may have noticed that we have a new feature here in the Jobcase community - connections. So, what are they?
Think of connections as a handshake 🤝 They're are a great way to extend a "hello" to current/past coworkers, employers, friends, and other community members. Not sure who to connect with? We make it easy to find people you may know on Jobcase.
You can also connect with anyone in the Jobcase community who you think is interesting, funny, cool, inspirational, etc. Why is this important for your job search and career development? Well...
Reviving old connections and meeting new people builds up your personal network.
Jobcase connections can help accelerate your job search and land you a job faster.
Jobcase #connections can help you meet a new friend that could end up being a great professional reference.
So get out there and CONNECT with others! Simply head to their profile and click the “connect” button under their bio. Let me know if you have any questions!
We know the job search process is tough… how can we help??
We want to know what YOU need!
Comment below and let us know what your struggles are while job searching.
- What are your barriers to landing a job?
- What do you want to learn more about?
- What resources do you need?
You ask the questions, we'll find the answers!!
I know what you’re probably thinking, “I don't own a business! Why do I need a business card??” I get it! I thought the same thing.
But when you’re at an interview or a job fair, it’s a GREAT asset to have! Every time you talk to someone about a job, you are selling yourself AND your talents. A business card can leave a lasting impression and will help the interviewer remember who you are.
The best part is there are a lot of affordable sites that you can order cards from!
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Unfortunately, fake job listings are more common than we would hope. Here at Jobcase, we work hard to make sure that all scammer profiles are deactivated, but sometimes they do slip through the cracks.
Here are a few red flags that a job might actually be a scam.
The Company Is Hard to Find Online The first thing you should do if you feel there is something “off” about a company is Google them. Even the least tech-savvy businesses usually have some sort of basic webpage that describes their company. If there is no trace of them online, be wary.
It Sounds Too Good to be True If something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. When you see a high salary, topnotch benefits and a lot of big promises (job growth, pay increase, lots of perks, etc.) - proceed with caution. Be on the look for keywords such as “earn money quick” and “a lot of salary potential.” Typically they will also require you to work for less than minimum wage for some time or place you on probation where you don’t get paid at all for a “trial period.”
Vague Job Description If the description is vague and/or contains multiple typos, chances are it was computer-generated or put together by an individual writing in a non-native language. Ask to speak with a hiring manager directly to get a better idea of the role and expectations.
No Interview If you were offered a job with no interview process, your alarm bells should be blaring. If a company is in a rush to hire you and immediately asks for “payroll” information such as bank account and social security numbers, it’s typically a scam.
Sending Money / Using a Personal Bank Account Legitimate companies won’t ask for money or ask you to pay for something upfront. Never send any money or give out personal banking information.
Please be sure to report any suspected scams by clicking the three dots in the upper right and selecting Report. That will help the JC Team find them quicker!
Good luck with your job search!