Reasons for Application Rejection
You weren't prepared for the interview
- Did not ask questions
- Evaded or hedged answering questions
- Unable to match skills/experiences with key job duties
- Did not research the organization
You did not convince them you were truly interested in the job
- Couldn't sell yourself to the employer
- Demonstrated little enthusiasm for position
- Didn't ask for the job
- Seemed more interested in what the job can do for you (salary, days off, benefits)
Poor Interviewing skills
- Questionable appearance, voice diction, grammar
- Late for interview
- Unable to handle silence
- Talked too much, rambled
- Failed to answer questions asked
- Poor eye contact, posture, extreme nervousness
- Lacked courtesy/proper etiquette
- Condemnation of former job, boss, or co-workers
Lack of Career Direction
- Unclear purpose/career goals
- Unwilling to start at the bottom
- Questionable work history
