Job interviews can be both exciting and nerve-wracking experiences. You’ve polished your CV, practised your answers, and dressed to impress, but sometimes, despite your best efforts, you receive that dreaded rejection email or call.
Rejection is a part of the job search process, and it can happen for a multitude of reasons. In this blog, we’ll explore 101 potential reasons why you might have been rejected after an interview. Remember, while rejection stings, it’s also an opportunity for growth and improvement.
**1-20: Preparation and Presentation**
1. Lack of research about the company.
2. Insufficient knowledge about the role.
3. Inadequate preparation for common interview questions.
4. Overconfidence.
5. Underconfidence.
6. Poor body language.
7. Inappropriate attire.
8. Overemphasis on compensation.
9. Inability to articulate your strengths.
10. Rambling or overly long answers.
11. Inconsistent answers.
12. Lack of enthusiasm.
13. Failure to ask questions.
14. Interrupting the interviewer.
15. Fidgeting or nervousness.
16. Failure to make eye contact.
17. Lack of a clear career plan.
18. Negative attitude.
19. Tardiness.
20. Overuse of filler words like “um” and “uh.”
