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We often talk about what to talk about at an interview – how to present yourself, what to ask recruiters and how to better answer their questions. And much less often we remember what is worth keeping silent about. Let’s note right away: it’s not about withholding important information — rather, it’s about which topics are better to avoid so as not to spoil the impression about yourself.
1️⃣. About negativity about the past company, team, colleagues
Even if you left the company due to certain difficulties, and not because you reached the “ceiling” and seek further development, do not descend to the personal level – this can show you as a disloyal or even conflicted employee, because your interlocutor does not see the big picture.
2️⃣. About your ideas and suggestions (until you are immersed in the life of the company)
Advice that isn’t based on business, market specifics or a specific technology doesn’t look very relevant and can give you the impression of a doer, thinker.
3️⃣. About hot topics
Discussion of political views, religious beliefs and opinions on difficult issues should be avoided both during the interview and during cooperation with colleagues.
4️⃣. About the history of your life since birth
It is worth remembering that the company is primarily interested in your hard and soft skills, the tasks you have worked on, and the results you have achieved, so you should focus primarily on the professional sphere.
5️⃣. About what is not related to the interview
Interview time is limited: recruiters usually allocate 20-40 minutes for the initial interview. Your primary task is to immerse the interviewer in your experience, professional victories, skills and career goals, to demonstrate your soft skills.
6️⃣. If you don’t know the answer
If you find yourself in such a situation, don’t try to say anything – it’s better to honestly admit that you don’t know the right answer (but you’ll read about it after the interview 🙂 ) and ask the interviewer for recommendations (books, courses, articles) that will help you figure it out in this thread.