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Being late to a job interview is almost always a disqualifier.

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Most candidates are on their best behavior for their interview.

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Being late is a major red flag for employers.

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Another thing that can get an interviewee off on the wrong foot is being overly informal or too familiar.

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The person who interviews you might be friendly.

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Employers want to know that you are interested in the job and will be a motivated employee.

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A candidate who hasn’t take the time to learn something about the company or the position being offered appears unmotivated and willing to take anything that comes along.

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Listen with obvious interest to the answers

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Following up with thoughtful questions that demonstrate that you have been listening.

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