10 turn-offs that turn interviews sour

The interview is often the most exciting part of recruitment and hiring. After weeks of corresponding by email or on the phone, finally you get the chance to put a face to the name and have a proper conversation with your candidate.

However, it’s also possible for the interview to be the end of that exciting relationship. It’s a make-or-break moment, and there are some things that can tip the scale far closer to the ‘break’ than the ‘make’.

Simply Hired surveyed over 850 U.S. employees responsible for hiring either currently or the in past to discover what candidate behaviours make good or bad impressions on them.

Arriving early (75%), providing a work sample (83%) and following up after the interview (55%) all made a solid impression to hiring managers. When asked why the candidate is looking for another job, the favourite answer was “I have a desire to take on more responsibility and grow in a career,” chosen by 78%.