Job Search Tip of the Week #17 (2017)
Caressa Moy | April 24, 2017 | 9:00 am
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How to End Your Interview Before it Even Begins
When Early Is a Bad Thing
You know that a late arrival to an interview makes for a bad first impression and could disqualify you as a job candidate. But did you know that showing up to an interview too early may also have the same effect?
Job Search Tip of the Week #16 (2017)
Caressa Moy | April 17, 2017 | 9:00 am
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How to End Your Interview Before it Even Begins
How late is too late?
A late arrival – yes, even by “just five minutes” – is a breach of pre-interview etiquette that’s difficult to recover from.
Worst case scenario? You don’t get the chance to show off your perfect handshake, let alone interview – some companies will refuse to see job candidates who are late.
But if you’re lucky enough to be granted another interview opportunity, it’s important to know that you’re starting your interview off at a disadvantage. Your tardiness has already given the impression that you’re unreliable and inconsiderate.