Being interviewed for a job is often very daunting. It is true that you should let prospective employers see you for who you are but there are certain strategies that can help you maximise your chances of clinching the coveted job, or rather, minimize your chances of losing out on it.

Read carefully and take note of the following 10 interview no-nos to be avoided at all cost!

1. Dressing inappropriately: There is absolutely no reason to not dress well when going for an interview, and this includes neat hair and suitable footwear. If you have any doubts about the prospective employer’s dress code, then just drop by near the office and observe how the staff going in and out are dressed. Unless you’re interviewing to become a DJ, scruffy jeans and flip-flops will not go down nicely.
2. Refusing a glass of water if it is offered: By accepting graciously, you subtly indicate that you are confident and ‘open’. There are also strategic advantages of accepting; in case of difficult questions, you can buy some time by drinking a sip of water. Plus, holding the glass will give you something to do, preventing you from fidgeting.

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