Mistake #2 - Problems Online - Another mistake that you'll want to make sure that you avoid is having problems online. Today, many people post all kinds of things online, from racy photos to rants about previous jobs. This is something you don't want to do, since employers today actually take the time to Google your name. The last thing you want them to find is a not-so-kind rant about a job or those racy photos you have posted up on your MySpace page. Remember that what you put on the web can be seen by anyone and it is important to be very careful about what you put on there, especially when you are searching for a job.
Mistake #3 - Forgetting to Be Polite - Today many young people forget to be polite when they are job hunting and this is a huge mistake that can cost them the job they really want. If you have someone who interviews you, thank them for their time. If they email you for more information, make sure that you thank them. Today, there are many people who are not polite, but if you are polite and kind, you'll stand out from the rest of the people that are applying for the job that you want.
Mistake #4 - Using One Resume for Every Job Application - Using just one resume for every job application that you have can be a big mistake as well. When you are applying for a certain position, you need to make sure that you customize your resume to fit the position that you are applying for. For each job application, highlight the experience and attributes you have that will make you stand out to that employer.
Mistake #5 - Forgetting to Research a Job - Lack of research can be a huge mistake as well, since if you want to secure a job, you'll need to know something about it. It is important that you research the job so you can evaluate the skills that you have and the skills that you’ll need. Researching the job will also help you customize your resume in a way that will catch the attention of the employer as well.
Mistake #6 - Being Unprepared for an Interview - Many people show up to an interview without being properly prepared. This is a mistake that can truly cost you a job. It is important that you take a resume with you to an interview and a copy of the application that you filled out as well, which will help you if you become nervous and forget an answer to a question. While you are expected to be a bit nervous when you are going through an interview, you'll stand out if you are able to roll with the situation and keep your composure in spite of the stress of the moment
Mistake #7 - Not Including a Cover Letter - Another mistake that is commonly made by people who are job hunting is not including a cover letter. A cover letter is the area where you can highlight some of your main qualifications for the job. Your cover letter allows you to really show off all the things that you have going on for you.
Mistake #9 - Appearing Desperate - While you want to appear like you are keen to get the job, you definitely don't want to appear as if you are desperate either. Even if this job is the last one on your list and you don't know where to turn after this interview, you never want to let the prospective employer know this. For all they know you have many job offers lined up, which may put you in the drivers seat. So, don't act like this job is your very last hope.
Mistake #10 - Arrogance - While confidence is so important when you are out there job hunting, arrogance is going to set you up for failure every time. No one is going to want to hire someone that appears to be arrogant. Make sure that you have confidence when you are applying for a job, but avoid appearing arrogant.
