5 Dumbest Things Employers Hate to Hear During The Interview!

We interviewed James for the role of finance officer and he made a mistake that hindered him from being hired. It was his chance to ask the questions and he said “what does your company deal with and who are your clients?” This was the last question we expected from him because most of the information was available on our website.

That was the worst mistake James made and from how he answered the question, it was clear that he had not done his research and that showed that he was not interested in the role.

 “It was my first interview after a long time and I had not prepared for the questions to ask so what came to my mind was to ask about them about the company thinking that it would give me a competitive advantage. I didn’t get the job and I know if I had invested in the best interview coaching, I would have known what employers love to hear during the interview.”

When I spoke to Natalie, a recruiter at Corporate Staffing Services, here are some of the things that employers hate to hear during the interview.

1. Negative Comments About Your Previous Employer

“What didn’t you like about your previous job?” This is a common question Natalie asks during the interview and most job seekers respond by saying  they didn’t like being micromanaged, others didn’t get along well with their colleagues, their salary was delayed or the environment was toxic.

When answering this question, it is important to remain positive because negativity would show that you would talk negatively about the employer if hired.

2. I Don’t Know

I was once asked a question that I had not prepared for and I didn’t have the answer so I responded that I didn’t have any idea. That pissed off the interviewers and I noticed that their attention had been swayed away.

When asked a question that you don’t know, it is your time to prove your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. You can give an idea of what you think and if you can’t figure it out then you can request for time to think over it or ask additional information while you put your thoughts together.

3. I Don’t Have Any Questions.

“Do you have any questions for us?” When this question is posed to the candidates at the end of the interview, some get it right while others fail to ask the relevant questions.

To ace your next interview, consider preparing for the questions related to the job and avoid those that may raise the eyebrows of the interviewers. On the other hand, failing to ask a question shows your disinterest in the role.

4. Refer To My CV

The interviewer may ask a question and the answer is on your CV but it is important to give more details and answer in your own words.

Referring them to your resume may sound rude hence try to give specific examples that prove your experience and skills.

5. Asking About The Company

Before you go for any interview, it is advisable to research the company and the role for you to have an idea of what they do and what the employer is specifically looking for.

Asking about the company during the interview shows that you didn’t do your assignment well. For instance in James’ case, the answer to the question he asked during the interview could have been found easily by researching through the website and social media.

Finally

Whatever you say in an interview helps the interviewers to understand if you are the best fit and if your skills and experience match what they are looking for.

To understand how to tackle the interview questions, consider investing in an interview coaching service today!