By Corinne Stuart

There are some big no-no’s when it comes to interview questions.

“I don’t know anything about your business.”

If you haven’t bothered to do any research before the interview why on earth should they waste their time with you? Of course you can’t know everything there is to know about the company but with so much information now out there on the internet there is no excuse for ignorance.

“I hated my last job”

Or even worse, “I hated my last boss/line manager/work colleagues”. That will simply say to the interviewer that you find it difficult to fit into a team or work structure or that you are a difficult person to work with. Even if the statement is true, don’t say it and instead focus on the positives of your last role.

“I can’t think of anything to ask you”

Do your homework properly and there will always be something you can ask even if a number of your prepared questions have been answered within the interview.

And following on from the last no-no

“How soon can I take holiday?”
“How many sick days do you allow?”
” And that **** she ****!”

Do not swear under any circumstances. If the person sitting opposite is turning the air blue, don’t join in. It may also be worth considering whether you’re in the right place!

Don’t get on your soapbox!

Don’t give the interviewer the benefit of your opinions. You don’t know who you’re talking to and not only may they not share your strongly expressed views but they may take a completely opposite view to you.

Don’t bad mouth anyone

For all you know that may be your interviewers best friend.

Corinne Stuart is the founder of The Confidence Hub at http://www.theconfidencehub.co.uk a UK based website dedicated to helping you return to work in today’s tough job market.

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