So as I was looking for insight in the job market, I found this interesting article entitled Seven Worst Things to Say in an Interview (http://www.asianjobportal.com/2009/11/seven-worst-things-to-say-in-an-interview/).  The quick summary is be prepared for your interview by doing research and showing the interviewer that you care about this job as well as remain focus on providing your best case for the job.

Seven Worst Things to Say in an Interview

Before going for an interview make sure you look good because if you will good you will automatically feel confident about yourself. This article will discuss few things that a candidate should avoid when giving an interview. Its not difficult to prepare yourself for the interview if your confident enough. Just make sure that you give the right answer at right time.

1. “I Hated My Last Boss.”

Refrain from expressing your hatred about your previous boss during the interview because this can leave a negative impression on the interviewer. The interviewer will question you further about the reasons for your hatred. Therefore, in order to avoid inappropriate questions do not show the interviewer that you disliked your boss.

2. “I Don’t Know Anything about the company.”

You should be well-informed about the company in which you are applying. “What do you know about the company?” is a very common question asked in almost every interview. Saying you know nothing about the company can leave a bad impression on the interviewer.

3. “No, I Don’t Have Any Questions For You.”

Saying that you don’t have any questions regarding the company or the work, shows that the candidate is not much interested in the job. Therefore, keeping in mind the company’s objective, prepare some questions that you can ask the interviewer.

4. “I’m Going To Need To Take These Days Off.”

At the initial stage make sure that you don’t keep your personal commitments in front of them. This is the very early stage and you should avoid mentioning the days you need off early from office because they then might perceive as if you think you already got the job.

5. “How Long Until I Get A Promotion?”

Never directly ask “How long until I get a promotion?” especially at the initial stage. However, the same question can be asked indirectly by asking to clarify and give details about the career path to follow in order to reach a good position. Moreover, you can research more about good opportunities.

6. “Are You An Active Member In Your Church?”

Avoid unnecessary conversation because this can lead controversial topics. However, it happens that you might be asked questions about your personal likes and dislikes but try that this discussion does not go too far.

7. “As Lady Macbeth So Eloquently Put It …”

Don’t learn answers by heart because it does not impress the interviewer rather leave a bad impression on them.