8 Things That Will Make You Sound Stupid At A Job Interview

Yes, you are very talented, may look smart, or may even be very smart. But smart people really sound stupid sometimes. We are not so perfect. We cannot entirely rule out flaws, we are entitled to a few verbal blunders, but on certain occasions, like a job interview, it is imperative to avoid any gaffes. You've got to be in top form by presenting yourself as an intelligent, competent potential addition to the organization. Coming across you as totally clueless is a terrible blow.



Here is a look at few deadly words, questions, and phrases that'll definitely make you sound stupid in a job interview:


1. Using Swear Words: 'S---,' 'b----,' 'f---,' etc.
Yes, most people use swear words. But the fact is that profanities make you sound dumb. Hold off on these words until you are done with the interview or your interviewer cannot hear you at all.

2. The Use of Unnecessary 'Big' Words:Using big words could backfire. Throwing around fancy diction will make you sound like you're trying way too hard to come off as smart. On the other hand, you might mispronounce or misuse a word. Just save yourself the trouble and speak in plain terms.

3. Mannerisms: 'Um,' 'uh,' or 'like':Mannerisms like: Um, you know, talking like uh, like this makes you sound out of it. Try to drop the 'ums, uhs', and likes during your job interview, even if that means pausing a bit between statements.

4. 'What happens if I don't get along with my boss or coworkers?': This is such a childish question. It makes you sound stupid and petty at the same time.

5. 'What do you do at [the organization]?': It's one thing to ask them to explain their role and responsibilities, but it's another to ask them their job title. This tells the interviewer that you're either rather absent minded or you just didn't care enough to do your homework.

6. 'Sorry, what's your name again?'Seriously? Were you paying attention at all? Even if you're terrible with names, keep it together until you can look them up on your phone or documents.

7. 'I don't know': Avoid this phrase — unless, of course, your interviewer has just asked you a truly baffling question. If you're really unsure about something, then try to find a better, less blunt way of expressing your confusion — for example, "I'm sorry, could you repeat that?" or "I'm afraid I'm not familiar with that."

8. 'What does your company do?':Questions like this will make you look foolish. To avoid that, never ask anything that can easily be answered with a Google search.