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Reasons for failing in an interview

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.

All the best !!!

Career and Success Coach

Resume Building

A resume is a formal document of a job applicant, a summary of personal and professional experiences, skills, and educational history. A cover letter accompanies it, in which the applicant expresses an interest in a specific job or company and draws attention to the most relevant specifics on the resume.

Steps of resume writing

  • Choose the resume format & layout;
  •  Mention your details & contact information;
  •  Use a resume summary;
  •  List your work experience & achievements;
  •  Mention your soft & hard skills;
  •  Include languages and hobbies;
  •  Update relevant information;
  •  Draft a cover letter;
  •  Proofread Your Resume and Cover Letter.

Tips for composing your resume

  • Keep it concise;
  •  Give detail whenever possible;
  •  Highlight things you are good with;
  •  Format it;
  •  Be honest and accurate.

Your resume communicates qualifications and eligibility—who you are and what makes you different—to employers and recruiters.

Ideally, the resume has to be one page, but a two-page one works well for many job candidates. The extra page can be necessary to communicate all of the skills and experience the employer needs to see.

Hard Skills for a Resume:

  • Technical skills include specialized knowledge and expertise in fields such as IT, engineering, or science;
  •  Computer Skills;
  •  Analytical Skills;
  •  Marketing Skills;
  •  Presentation Skills;
  •  Management Skills;
  •  Project Management Skills;
  •  Writing Skills.

Typically, a resume will include the following parts:

  • The header: your name, address, phone number, and email;
  •  A professional Objective is a phrase or sentence that highlights your intentions and accomplishments;
  •  Qualifications Summary;
  •  Education;
  •  Experience.

The most commonly used resume types are chronological, combination, and functional. For most people, the reverse-chronological resume format is the best option. It means listing your work experience and education in reverse chronological order, starting with the most recent position and working backward through previous jobs or degrees.

The best resume font sizes are 11-12pt for text and 14-16pt for section titles and headers. The most-used resume formatting order is Contact information, work experience, skills, and education.

To crack a business deal, one must have a professional visiting card. If the interview is a business meeting, your Resume/CV is your visiting card. It helps you to –

  • Stand out among all applicants;
  •  Grabs the attention of employers and recruiters;
  •  Sells your skills and accomplishments;
  •  Shows how you’re a match for a position or project;
  •  And most importantly, you get a job interview!

Amol Dixit – Career Coach