Common Job Interview Mistakes
Want to know what not to do at the job interview? Learn from the mistakes of others. Here's " Deadly Interview Mistakes Job Seekers Make,"

Arrive late for the interview.
Indicate you are late because the directions you were given were not good.
Look disheveled and inappropriately dressed.
Slouch in your seat.
Don't maintain good eye-contact with the interviewer.
Do your company research at the interview by asking, "What do you guys do here?"
Don't make a connection between your skills and the needs of the employer.
Brag about how great you are, but neglect to cite evidence of your accomplishments.
Respond in an unfocused, disorganized, and rambling manner.
Remain low-key and display no enthusiasm for the job.
Answer most questions with simple "yes" and "no" answers.
Appear desperate for a job--any job.
Call the interviewer by his or her first name, or use the wrong name.
Give memorized responses, forgetting parts in the process.
Badmouth your current or former employer.
Ask "How am I doing? Are you going to hire me?"
Blurt out, "I need to make at least Rs. 35,000.
I hope this job pays at least that much," near the beginning of the interview.
When asked "Do you have any questions?", reply "No."
How to Prepare for a Job Interview
Questions You Shouldn't Ask During a Job Interview
Want to know how not to ask a potential employer? Here's
What does your company do?
What are your psychiatric benefits?
Are you (the interviewer) married?
Can you guarantee me that I will still have a job a year from now?
The job description mentions weekend work. Would I really have to do that?
How can you determine my qualifications in a short interview?
Do I get to keep the frequent flyer miles from my trips?
Would anyone notice if I came in late and left early?
How am I as a candidate?
What is the zodiac sign of your company's president?
How many (particular ethnic group) do you have working here?
Do you offer free parking?
What does this company consider a good absenteeism record?
What do you mean by "relocate"?
Do you reimburse the cost of getting an MBA?
Can you tell me about your retirement plan?

Making a Good Impression on Job Interviews

During the Interview: -
Show you want the job. Display your initiative by talking about what functions you could perform that would benefit the organization, and by giving specific details of how you have helped past employers. You might also ask about specific details of the job position, such as functions, responsibilities, who you would work with, and who you would report to.
Avoid negative body language. An interviewer wants to see how well you react under pressure. Avoid these signs of nervousness and tension: Frequently touching your mouth
Faking a cough to think about the answer to a question. Gnawing on your lip. Tight or forced smiles. Swinging your foot or leg. Folding or crossing your arms. Slouching. Avoiding eye contact. Picking at invisible bits of lint.