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7 Ways to Screw Up a Job Interview

Avoid the Mistakes That Will Lose You the Job

3. Asking for Training in Basic Skills

Why is it bad?: Emphasize the skills you bring, not the deficits about which you are concerned. 

What to do instead: Compile a number of job history anecdotes that exemplify your strengths and help you respond readily to interview questions. And while it's certainly not a negative to ask about future training and development opportunities, don't hurt your chances by inquiring about training for skills you should already have. It not only makes you look unqualified, it also shows a disregard for the qualifications listed in the original job listing.

 

  • Alesia Benedict

    Alesia Benedict, Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Job and Career Transition Coach (JCTC) is the President of GetInterviews.com, the country’s leading resume writing firm. Read more...