Analyze how you could improve your performance in future interviews. Potential Pitfalls . Many candidates come across as arrogant or apathetic. If you want to be considered for the job, act like you want the job. Many candidates do not consider their appearance as much as they should.
First impressions are important.
Not readily knowing the answers to interviewers' questions. Anticipate and rehearse answers to tough questions about your background, such as recent termination or an employment gap. Practicing with your spouse or a friend before the interview will help you to frame intelligent responses. Relying too much on resumes. Employers hire people, not paper.