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5 Ways to Blow An Interview

1. Gossipers – We have all worked for bad bosses and bad companies in the past, but there is no reason to run down a laundry list of flaws to your new potential employer. My natural response to this is “If they talk like this about their old boss, how will they talk about me?” If you are asked about the details, which you most likely will be, you should have a factual, dignifed answer prepared and leave it at that. Getting in to the he-said, she-said dirty details is not going to help you get the job.

2. Unprofessionalism – I tend to conduct interviews in a relaxed format. I don’t want to add to the nervous-factor, if I can avoid it. I want people to feel comfortable so I can get a feel for who they really are and how they will fit in with the family-atmosphere of Hot Shot Delivery. That being said, an interview is never the time to talk to me about personal problems, political ranting or any explicit information. I don’t care how comfortable you are with me, this is still an interview and we are still strangers. Stay professional and remember what you are here to do.

3. Arriving Unprepared - In this ‘age of the internet’, it is absolutely unacceptable to arrive to an interview without an idea of who the company is, what they do, how long they have been in business, etc… If I take the time to read through your history, education, accomplishments and references, you should be fully prepared as well. You would be surprised at how many people come to an interview completely unprepared and one of their questions to me is “What does Hot Shot do?”.

4. Dress The Part – If you want to be treated as a professional, show up like one. Clean, pressed clothing that is not missing buttons, has holes or stains is the way to arrive. Respect the role you are applying for by dressing for success. I’m not asking for a 3 piece suit – but I am asking for a little consideration when dressing for the interview that could become your new paycheck or lifelong career.

5. Don’t Know Yourself – Some of the most frustrating interviews to me are the ones where the candidate can’t tell me about themselves. Strengths, weaknesses, insight, opinions…anything. Why they want to work at this company and how it is the right fit for them seems to be something they should run through before walking in. Many people do not. So, be sure to practice these answers and come prepared to speak intelligently about yourself.

Interviewing is an art and some people are very good at it and others need some help. Just because you are not the best at interviewing does not mean you are not an extreme asset to an organization. If you take the extra time to practice, follow the do-s and don’t-s of interviewing and arrive with a smile, you are already ahead of the pack. Have faith, have confidence and knock em dead.

Till Next Time,

Eric

My history with the Rockets goes back as far as I can remember. From our times with Hakeem Olajuwon and Ralph Sampson to the controversial remarks about referees from our new coach, Rick Adelman – I’ve been there and been a fan. In fact, we had season tickets for years as a treat for existing customers or new customers of Hot Shot Delivery. It was only recently that we decided to give up those tickets and I’m strongly considering rethinking that decision.

There is no better feeling than when your team is winning. The entire town of Houston seems to be in a good mood. Everyone seems a bit more relaxed and we are all rallying behind a common cause. Every television in public is tuned to the game so you can be sure to catch every great shot or every bad call on our favorite, Yao Ming. It’s a great excuse to get people together and enjoy good times with friends and family at Rockets Watching Parties.

The buzz is definitely in the air for our Red Rockets. This could be our year. We are due! Go Rockets!

Until Next Time,

Eric