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Common reasons for not getting the job

Common reasons employers give for rejecting candidates include:

Inappropriate appearance
Arriving late
Appearing disorganised
Poor communication skills
Lack of insight into the organisation or job
Lack of energy or enthusiasm
No clear career aim
Over familiarity
A defensive attitude
Criticism of school/past employers
A tendency to make excuses and blame others
Coming across as only interested in what they can get out of the organisation
A lack of confidence
Poor references

But remember, there are always more candidates than jobs

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