1. Never tell or even hint that you are not really interested in the job and you are taking it just because you have to.
Although I would value his honesty in the above statements, they are a red flag that the employee would be just another cost center. They will leave at the earliest signs of another opportunity. They won't give their 100% to the job.
2. Never focus too much on the financial aspect
I'm not saying that you shouldn't discuss your salary and other perks. But do that preferably at the end and in one go. This shows that while it is important, it is not the most critical factor (be sure to discuss factors like your responsibilities, expectations, growth trajectory - short term and long term).
People who discuss the salary first and then 10 minutes later inquire about the bonus and then interrupt once more after 5 minutes to know about the annual increments are usually seen in a poorer light.
3. Keep it professional. No personal questions.
When the interviewer asks, "Do you have any question?", ensure that you do not ask anything personal. What do you do in your spare time? Where do you live? Do you have kids?
The interviewer is there to discuss a business opportunity and not to chit-chat over coffee.
4. "I'm sorry. I need to take this call".
A straight reject. Calls can wait.
5. Never bitch about your previous employer.
Might be true. But that just shows you in a poor light. The one that you are interviewing with will also be an ex-employer after you leave.
6. Over-pitching yourself.
One of the most dreaded questions in interviews is, "What are your weaknesses?"
Should you be blunt and tell them the truth or be a little diplomatic? Most people will tell you to say something which can be seen as both a weakness and/or a virtue or mention some actual drawback that isn't very serious.
But most people take it too far. "My biggest weakness? Hmmm. I think I am over-dedicated/work harder than required/blah blah blah".
You think you are impressing the person in front of you, but you are simply coming off as a narcissistic prick.
Instead, read this: How To Talk About Your Biggest Weaknesses In A Job Interview
7. "Can we make it quicker? I have another interview scheduled"
Shows not only that you have poor planning and management skills, but also that the current job is not your top priority.
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