Ever had a bad interview experience? Here are 9 Don’ts that will get in your way of getting the job. I have included some coaching tips plus a bonus of 9 Answers to Avoid in the midst of your interview.
1. Don’t Be Desperate
Coaching Tip: Preparation is better than desperation.
2. Don’t Lie
Coaching Tip: Tell the Truth. Be Honest.
3. Don’t Give Vague Answers
Coaching Tip: Prepare Answers to Behavior-Based questions.
4. Don’t Be Late for the Interview
Coaching Tip: Don’t Be Late
5. Don’t Quit
6. Don’t Be Out of Alignment or Inconsistent
Coaching Tip: Your answers should be in alignment with what you …read more

Yahoo has an article, Reference Rules That Shouldn’t Be Broken. You should take a look. I have listed the Don’ts for your review. I have added coaching tips that will help you avoid some of these common errors.
3 Common Mistakes:
1. Choosing the wrong people – Your relationship “My Best Friend” would be a mistake to avoid.
Coaching Tip: Choose professional references such as coworkers or previous employers, first. People who have worked with you and/or people who have had the opportunity to observe your work. Need a Reference Check? If you do not have professional references, your next set of …read more