11 Big BlunderBeing Unprepared for Interviews

Luck is when opportunity meets preparedness.

—Unknown

When you come to an interview unprepared, be aware of what it may cost you. Sometimes the price you will pay is not getting the job! Preparation for an interview should start the moment you decide on the company for which you want to work and the type of work you want to do for them. You need to plan well ahead of time. Think about what you know about the company, what they think they need, what you think they need, and why you feel they need you.

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