Guide for Graduates Looking for Jobs: Eight Major Mistakes to Avoid When Seeking Employment

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　The first step into the workplace inevitably starts with seeking a job; it is both the beginning of your career and your first test, and whether you succeed depends on your performance on that first attempt. Remember, there are 8 behaviors that are not very satisfactory. 　　I. The moderate approach: It is necessary to recognize the need to continue learning after graduation. However, some college students, especially those from prestigious universities, always think that their theoretical knowledge is definitely superior to that of ordinary people; they even disregard the examiners, acting arrogantly and condescendingly. When applying for jobs, they adopt an attitude as if they are saviors, which really irritates the examiners – if you’re so great, then go find another job It’s true that in the end, no one wanted to take it in. God is extremely powerful, which is why he stayed in heaven. No one doubts his abilities, but being alone, he feels very lonely. 　　II. The moderate approach: Being friendly and approachable is very pleasant, and such an attitude possesses a pleasing charm, but it does not mean being subservient. Many college students, in an effort to find a suitable job, flatter their employers and even agree to unreasonable demands without raising any objections. Don’t think that this will make the examiners view you differently; companies hire talent, not servants. So face the exams with a smile, but not with a fake, insincere grin – no one will appreciate that. Exaggerating it makes things seem annoying and cheesy, and it’s not worth it. 　　III. The competitive type – When applying for a job, as long as the topic of signing a contract has not been raised, it’s best to avoid using words related to compensation too frequently in your conversations. Those college students who ask right away, \"How much is the salary?\" are annoying. A human resources manager said, “We understand that college students consider their future income and benefits when looking for jobs, but it’s immature to start bargaining right from the beginning, when there’s still no clarity about anything yet.” After all, seeking a job is not about doing business; the idea of putting ‘money first’ is easily off-putting. ”Even some graduates, without even signing an employment contract, keep asking repeatedly about things such as transportation and lunch arrangements, which really leaves the employers at a loss. 　　IV. The reticent type: It’s not that they don’t know anything when asked, but rather that they dislike communicating with others. Sitting in front of the examiner like a mute Gourd will naturally not win the favor of employers. If it’s a test of expressive ability, things get even worse; to avoid future embarrassment, one should improve their communication skills as soon as possible. 　　V. The modest and self-deprecating type: Unlike those who avoid being overly humble, students of this type really like to use the phrase “not at all.” A long time ago, some people criticized Chinese youth for being too modest, which caused them to miss many opportunities. Due to the influence of our cultural background, many people still struggle to let go and cannot evaluate their own abilities objectively. This is by no means an exaggeration; due to concerns about reputation, one remains stuck in a subtle and restrained style that emphasizes \"not worrying about others not knowing one, but rather being worried about not knowing others,\" which thus limits one’s ability to fully express oneself. But in today’s market economy, if you say you’re not capable, I believe the examiner will ask, “If you’re not capable, then what are you here for?” ”　　VI. The boastful type – only talks without taking any action. University students who can only talk but not do anything really have no reason to be supported financially. Companies do not need theoretical experts who talk big, but rather practical people who get things done. Most units don’t require performing skits, so there’s no need to hone one’s verbal skills excessively, as no benefits can be achieved just by talking. 　　VII. Cool and individualistic type – complete self-righteous fools. The society of the future can be described as a society of \"cooperation.\" With the development of the knowledge economy and the explosion of knowledge, an individual’s knowledge has its limits; without cooperation, it is difficult to achieve success. Some graduates, arrogant due to their talents and self-indulgent, look down on others and prefer to be alone; if they do not change this attitude, they will be unable to adapt to today’s society. 　　VIII. Severely disparaging competitors: This is the worst of all possible behaviors. No one will feel sympathy for such people; it’s never wise to try to elevate oneself by attacking others. If you keep complaining, saying things like “That guy used to give gifts to the boss in such and such a way,” it not only makes people think that you’re only concerned with matters that aren’t your concern, but it also doesn’t bring any benefits; on the contrary, it will earn you others’ dislike. Those who work behind the scenes to cause trouble are never that honest or convincing.