A job interview is a rather responsible procedure, during which you should show your best business and personal qualities as much as possible. Being late or not showing up for negotiations at the appointed time, not agreed with a potential employer, can significantly reduce your chances of getting a job.
Instructions
Step 1
If you have already set a specific date for the interview, but you have a good reason why you will not be able to attend, try to reschedule the appointment. A cold and flu with all the accompanying symptoms (runny nose, cough and sleepiness) are unlikely to contribute to your candidacy. Alternatively, you can infect the interviewer. A serious illness of a member of your family, breakdown of communication systems in the apartment and other circumstances are quite weighty arguments for postponing the interview time.
Step 2
The best way to notify the employer about the change in the date of the meeting is by phone call or by sending a letter by e-mail. Try to inform the management of the organization that invited you to the meeting as early as possible. This will show that you value not only your own time, but that of others.
Step 3
In the message, include your name and the name of the person who invited you for an interview, then state the reason why you will not be able to appear. End the message or conversation with the estimated date for a new meeting, while asking what time will be convenient for the employer. If the competition for the position is large, the company management has every right to refuse you to postpone the date of the interview.
Step 4
If, having gone to a meeting, you feel that you will be late (got stuck in a traffic jam, your car broke down, etc.), report your delay and its reasons by phone as soon as possible. At the same time, the employer has the right to suggest that you reschedule the meeting, since your late arrival may disrupt his work schedule.
Step 5
If you are a little late without calling in advance, calmly apologize and admit that you are wrong. Hold on with dignity and watch the reaction of potential bosses. A leader who has shown rudeness and irritation towards the applicant will probably also behave with a subordinate.
