According to a recent survey of hiring managers and business owners, the 4 most common interview challenges they are experiencing right now are:
- Unexplained gaps in work history
- Background noises and visual distractions during video interviews
- Resume and work history discrepancies
- Late to interview or trouble with video interview technology
Other frequent mistakes they see job seekers making:
- Poor preparation, not knowing enough about the position
- Trying too hard to "fit" the role
- Not being qualified despite a great resume
- Not asking questions about the role or company culture
- Criticizing previous employers
- Not sharing enough hard skills
- Using buzz words without meaning
- Consuming food or drink during the interview
Hiring managers: Are you seeing these mistakes in candidates you interview? What are some of your biggest frustrations?
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Janet Stiles
Sr. Director, Member Engagement
Association of American Medical Colleges
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