Why You Should Show up for a Job Interview
Trying to get a job can be exhausting. Going through the application process, waiting for responses, and going to interviews can be a lot for anyone to handle and may make you tempted to skip your next interview. You may think skipping an interview is not a big deal, but it can have big consequences for your ability to get a job in the future. Check out these reasons not to skip your next job interview.
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Potential Opportunity
You may not think the job you are interviewing for will be a good fit, so it may be tempting to just skip the interview. Even if you are unsure of the job, you may be surprised when you get there and talk to the recruiter. The job description posted online is always just a snapshot of the position. The job may be more interesting than you anticipated, or they may have other job opportunities available. This interview may be the one that lands you the job you want.
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Gained Experience
It is nerve-wracking to go into an interview. Practicing is the only way to get better at interviews. Do not waste an opportunity to work on your interviewing skills by skipping an interview. The recruiter may ask different questions than you have heard in other interviews. It is important to still be prepared.
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Improved Reputation
Skipping an interview can hurt your reputation as a professional not only with the company you interviewed with but also with other local companies as well. Businesses are looking for people they can rely on. If they hear that you skipped an interview, it could ruin your chances at future employment. Maintaining a professional reputation is important even after you are placed in a job. If you have to cancel, make sure you are calling the interviewer as soon as possible so you are not wasting their time.
Going to interviews is a crucial step to getting a job. Make sure you are going to all of your interviews and hopefully you will find employment success! Check out all of our other interviewing tips.
