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Think about the following points. Do any of them apply to you?

Oversell 

Trying too hard to impress; bragging; acting aggressively.

Undersell

 Failing to emphasize the fact that you have related skills; discussing

experience using negative qualifiers (i.e. "I have a little experience...").

Body Language

It is easy to create a negative impression without even realizing that you

are doing it. Are you staring at your feet, or talking to the interviewer's

shoulder? Be aware of what your actions say about you.

Lack of Honesty

The slightest stretching of the truth may result in you being screened out.

Negative Attitude

The interview is not an opportunity for you to complain about your

current supervisor or co-workers (or even about 'little' things, such as

the weather).

Lack of Preparation

You have to know about the organization and the occupation. If you

don't, it will appear as though you are not interested in the position.

Lack of  Enthusiasm

If you are not excited about the work at the interview, the employer will

not assume that your attitude will improve when hired.  

TEN THINGS THAT AN INTERVIEWER LOOKS IN YOU!

1. Family Background

2. Education

3. Experience

4. Stability

5. Initiative

6. General Ability

7. Interpersonal Skills

8. Confidence

9. Aptitude

10. Pleasant Looks

How one wished that an interview were a simple meeting of minds and hearts. Just one casual meeting where an employee's future gets sealed. Unfortunately, it's not something as pre-ordained as you would like it to be; it's a pre-meditated exercise which fetches you dividends only if your homework is done right.