Preparing for a job interview may be daunting, however, there are basic things that should never be overlooked or forgotten as this could cost someone the job.
A potential employee lacked basic manners, costing him a job within five minutes of entering the building.
On the ‘Life Pro Tips’ forum on Reddit, an employer shared a story of how a man unknowingly “blew” his chances of getting the job.
Readers were urged to ensure they display simple manners and treat all people with respect.
She wrote: “Today, a candidate blew his interview in the first five minutes after he entered the building. He was dismissive to the receptionist.
“She greeted him and he barely made eye contact. She tried to engage him in conversation. Again, no eye contact, and no interest in speaking with her.
“What the candidate did not realize was that the ‘receptionist’ was actually the hiring manager.
“She called him back to the conference room and explained how every single person on our team is valuable and worthy of respect.
“Due to his interaction with the ‘receptionist’, the hiring manager did not feel he was a good fit. ‘Thank you for your time but the interview is over’.”
She urged readers to be nice to everyone in the building regardless of their role.
The employer explained it wasn’t just the lack of eye contact that was shocking, he was openly rude and treated her like she was beneath him.
When he thought he was talking to the decision-maker, his personality totally changed.
She added: “Suddenly he was friendly, open, relaxed. So I don’t think this was a case of social anxiety.
“The position is a client-facing position where being warm, approachable, and outgoing is critical.”
Reddit users took to comments to share their views on the situation.
One commenter, oksani, said: “A few jobs ago, I caught the elevator on my way to the interview.
“The chatty guy in with me…. company CEO. I got the job, luckily I am all high energy and friendly when nervous, so he liked me even before I saw him a few hours later. Be nice to everyone.”
However, abliefern commented: “I don’t want to work with people who look down on others for ‘not making eye contact’ or ‘not being good at small talk’. That’s huge.”
Fluentindothraki added: “Goes both ways. I once turned down a job because of the way the HR guy spoke to the receptionist.”
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