Don Georgevich's Interview No-Gos

Picture yourself sitting across from a prospective employer, your palms a little sweaty, your heart pounding. Even though you've prepared for this, one poorly chosen remark could ruin your chances. A seasoned job interview coach with more than 20 years of experience, Don Georgevich, stresses the need of avoiding specific phrases that may unintentionally ruin your interview. "5 Dangerous Things to Avoid Saying In a Job Interview," Georgevich's enlightening video, lists important things to avoid saying in an interview.

Who is Don Georgevich?

According his website, he is "an expert author and leading authority in job interviewing and resume writing. He specializes in helping ordinary people sharpen their skills so they get hired for the jobs they want."

 Here's his 5 Dangerous Things To Avoid In A Interview

Number One (0:20):

Don't talk bad about your previous employer or company.

-Talking bad about a prior company or employer are immediate red flags.

Rather than blaming others, turn these bad situations into challenges or lessons that you were able to overcome and discuss how it has strengthened you.

Number Two (2:25):

Don't say, "I'll do anything,"

-Saying statements like this reeks of desperation which does not sit well with employers.

Make them aware of your goals and ambitions and specify how your qualifications would fit the position. Remember to focus instead of panicking; use your nerves to propel you and not hinder you.

Number Three (4:11):

DO talk about what you are (fast starter, etc) let them what you have done, not what you will do.

-Instead of telling your possible only about yourself, trying to provide stories that directly illustrate you applying the traits.

Discuss true personal stories and your achievements. Use this time to give an example of how you've demonstrated your ability to pick things up quickly rather than just stating it as you are introfucing yourself.

Number Four (5:38):

Don't say you don't know how to do something.

-Statements like this illustrates to potential employers can really hinder your interview as it is a conversation killer.

Being flexible and adaptable is more important than knowing all the answers to all of the questions; remember that you're human, there's no such thing as a perfect interview.

Number Five (7:44):

Don't ask, "What do you do here?"

-Prior to the interview, do your own research on the company; to employers, this is a sign of readiness, leadership, and initative.

Final Takeaway

Interviews for jobs need both preparation and performance. Don Georgevich's expert guidance and advice acts as a reminder that how five minor mistakes can significant impact that outcome of your job. Knowing what NOT to say is the first step towards projecting confidence and competence.