Interviewing 101: 10 Things To Avoid

#1  In your cover letter, use spell check.  And, while declaring your interest in the job "oppertuneity" make sure you spell the name of the company you're applying to correctly.

#2  When requesting applications...look the part of a professional. Do not wear lounge pants with "PINK" across your ass. Unless, of course, you are applying to Victoria's Secret. They may be flattered by your support.


#3  When asked why you left a prior job on your application, do not write "problems dealing with authority."  

#4  While going door to door collecting applications from, well, everywhere, hide the other 72 applications somewhere besides your other hand. And, when asked why you want to work there, do not say "I just need a job. Anywhere." And definitely do not follow it by saying "I just need something for a few months until I find a job in the field I really want to work in."

#5  When asked why you left a prior job during an interview, do not say "I'm being sued for sexual harassment." And if you do say it, please...do not mean it.


#6  If your head itches, do not smack it while applying for a job at a store that sells hair products.  I do not know how to reiterate this enough.

#7  If for some reason, you decide to work in retail...do not list your hours of availability as M-F, 9-5pm.  Ain't gonna happen.  Ever.  Never ever.

#8  An interview is not a date.  This means, do not flirt.  And, no, you cannot have my number if this "job thing" doesn't work out.  

#9  Leave your friends at home when you go to an interview. Or at least in the car. This is not a party.


#10  Do not NOT show up to your interview, then call days later (and try to reschedule) because your boyfriend was in a knife fight last night and you didn't want to miss visiting hours. 

*All above tips based on actual events.  Please, take them seriously as they will severely inhibit you from finding a job.