12 things recruiters say drive them crazy in job interviews

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To err is human.

Even experienced job candidates sometimes flub a question during the interview. But odds are, if you're a great fit, you'll survive an awkward pause or two.

Recruiters are far less forgiving of other mistakes, however.

Recruiting software company Jobvite recently released a survey breaking down recruiter preferences and biases. It commissioned Zogby Analytics to run an online poll of 831 recruiters in the US.

Part of the survey looked into behaviors recruiters say could ruin an applicant's chances.

Here are some interview mistakes, behaviors, and choices that could immediately disqualify a job candidate:

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12. Failing to wear enough makeup

Percentage of recruiters who said this behavior would immediately disqualify a candidate: 1%

You really shouldn't concern yourself with wearing enough makeup to a job interview. Only 1% of recruiters were fixated on this. Besides, would you even want to work with people who care deeply about whether or not you wear bronzer?

11. Dressing unfashionably

Percentage of recruiters who said this behavior would immediately disqualify a candidate: 4%

Fashion is in the eye of the beholder, so this also seems like a pretty subjective issue. Still, it's a good idea to avoid a potential pitfall by asking about the company's dress code before the interview.

10. Wearing too much makeup

Percentage of recruiters who said this behavior would immediately disqualify a candidate: 5%

A small fraction of recruiters might take issue with what they perceive as heavy make-up. Then again, if bold new shades of lipstick and eye shadow are your thing but not the company's, the culture might not be a good fit anyway.

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