Reasons for getting rejected in an interview
- Lack of punctuality;
- Poor communication skills;
- Not following instructions;
- Unprofessional attire;
- Poor body language;
- Poor preparation and lack of research about the company;
- Lack of positive attitude;
- Lack of enthusiasm;
- Vague and dishonest answers to the questions asked;
- Lack of clarity.
Common mistakes candidates make in their interviews
- Arriving late or too early;
- Unprofessional attire;
- Excess use of cell phones;
- Not doing company research;
- Unsure of resume facts;
- Not expressing or talking too much;
- Speaking negatively of previous employers.
Here are some important data regarding interviews :
- Only 3% of candidates succeed in their interviews.
- Arrogance is one of the reasons for rejection. Most recruiters reject candidates who seem arrogant.
- Along with hard skills, candidates should have good soft skills to crack the interview. Soft skills contribute to 75% success in an interview.
- After the pandemic, interviewers prefer phone interviews as a first step. It helps them to understand the candidate before conducting any interview. Interviewers ask candidates to submit a video resume before the video interview.
- Lack of confidence is one of the factors for failure in an interview. Approximately 40% of candidates fail due to a lack of confidence.
- Hygiene and grooming are basic needs for any interview. However, 70% of failures are due to these factors.
- Candidates have good knowledge about their academics, but a lack of knowledge about the company they applied for leads to the failures of 45% of candidates.
- Many candidates apply for jobs, but only a few get calls for interviews. Only 25% of resumes pass the litmus test.
- About 95% of candidates who had taken a mock interview got their dream job. Mock interviews help enhance your soft skills, improve behavior-based answers, and reduce anxiety. Additionally, a mock interview helps to reflect on your attitude and improve your weak spots.
Key to a successful interview
Be sure about your education, work history, and hobby. The interviewer wants to know more about you as a person and professional. Show confidence in yourself and your abilities.
1. The First Impression
The first impression is the last. Candidates only have seven seconds to make a great first impression. A genuine, warm smile, a confident handshake, and a clear introduction help to create a first impression. Professional attire is the key.
2. Prepare well
Preparation about self, education, and career will help to face interview questions confidently. Appropriate content will help to give valid answers to the questions asked by interviewers.
3. Know the Company
Interview questions are directly or indirectly related to the company you have applied for. Also, try to figure out the expected question list.
4. Non-verbal communication
Recruiters do not favor candidates with unprofessional body language; this includes your smile, posture, etc. Eye contact is a good way of demonstrating confidence, and interviewees should aim to make eye contact with their interviewers. Use a mirror while preparing for an interview. Try to figure out non-verbal communication. Watch out for your body language before going for an interview.
5. Digital Interview
After the pandemic, most recruiters prefer video interviews. Candidates need to develop their digital literacy. Check audio, video, and background before an interview. Be well-groomed and dress professionally.
Our sessions have helped our participants understand the science behind interviews. We are happy that our sessions helped our participants in cracking interviews.
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