According to Angus Farr of Training Counts, there are three main reasons why candidates fail at interview. They simply aren't good enough! This may be they just don't have 'enough' skills, knowledge of experience for the role in question.
What are the reasons for many candidates failing at interview?
13 Common Reasons Why People Fail Job Interviews:
- You didn't research the job and company very much. ...
- You didn't ask them very many questions. ...
- You didn't send emails thanking each person you met with. ...
- You gave inconsistent answers, lied, or didn't seem trust-worthy.
Why do interviews get rejected?
Candidates who ask for too little undervalue themselves or appear desperate. Lack of career direction. Job hunters who aren't clear about their career goals often can't spot or commit to appropriate opportunities. Not knowing what you want wastes everyone's time.
