5. Not listening

An interviewer will guide you toward what they want to know and what's important to them – if only you listen!

Sometimes we are so excited or nervous during an interview that we talk without listening. Pay attention to what the other person is saying and make sure to answer all questions fully. If you aren't sure that you did, ask.

And, try to hone in on nonverbal clues as well as the verbal ones to continually assess your audience.