What are the common reasons employers reject applicants during the hiring process?

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Lack of Qualifications: A common reason employers reject job applicants is due to a lack of
qualifications for the position. If an employer has specific qualifications listed for a position, they will
likely reject candidates who do not meet them. Make sure to read job descriptions carefully and only
apply to positions where you meet the qualifications.

 

Poor Interview Skills: Even if you have all the right qualifications on paper, if you perform poorly
during the interview, it could be a reason why employers reject applicants. Practice your interview skills
ahead of time, prepare answers to common interview questions, and make sure you present yourself
professionally and confidently during the interview.

 

Negative Social Media Presence: Another reason employers reject job applicants is due to a negative
social media presence. Employers may check social media profiles, and if they find anything
inappropriate, unprofessional, or controversial, it could turn them off from hiring you. Make sure to
clean up your social media profiles and only post appropriate content.

Being Overqualified: Believe it or not, being overqualified for a position can sometimes be a reason
why employers reject applicants. Employers may avoid hiring an overqualified candidate because they
fear they may leave for a better opportunity or be difficult to manage.

 

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Strategic insights in how to position yourself in the marketplace Arno’s approach and methodology is second to none. Attention detail. Asked all the right questions which resulted in a truly awesome resume and cover letter. I have used Arno for several years and will continue to work with him whenever I am in the market for a change in careers.
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I have worked with Arno on two separate occasions. The first time was to create my resume and cover letter. He writes beautifully and taught me the importance of focusing on, not only what I want to be, but the best way to present it. His advice was invaluable and I landed a job quickly as a result. The second time was the creation of my LinkedIn profile, which I am delighted with. His input guide…
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My experience with Arno was incredible. Anro is professional, articulate and genuine. He cares about the product he is working to create and his methodolgy for building your resume and Linkedin profile is very effective. After working with Arno I’m able to clearly articulate my branding proposition, experience and successes not only in the documentaiton that we created, but throughout the intervie…
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Arno helped me present myself more effectively in my resume, adding focus and putting my strengths and accomplishments front and center. He’s professional, helpful, and clearly knows what works. I would definitely recommend working with him.
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Arno Markus and his team are remarkable. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and insights are second to none. Arno has a thorough yet streamlined approach to tailoring resumes that I really appreciate. He challenged me to reflect on my career in ways the really unearthed nuggets of data and stories that best represent my experience and deployable skills. I heartily recommend iCareerSolutions to…
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