Interviewing for a new position is perhaps the most intimidating part of a job search. It’s exciting to learn more about what you might be doing in a new role, but it can be difficult to know the right things to say.

As silly as it sounds, forgetting to send a thank you note after a job interview could be the difference between getting a new job or being disqualified from the running. When it comes to proper post-interview etiquette, it is important to get it right.

Job interviews are stressful, and it can be hard to know what to say. Our best advice? Be yourself and try to put your best foot forward. To avoid big interview mistakes, check out the infographic below to see what you should NOT say in an interview:

While education, experience, and certification are important for scoring an interview, a new study by the HR software provider iCIMS finds that recruiters place a higher value on soft skills. From an ability to communicate well to being organized, these intangible qualities can be tough to measure, but they affect everything from productivity to collaboration.

With the rise of videoconferencing, interviewers and job seekers alike are now able to conduct long-distance, face-to-face interviews, as well as increase efficiency, save time in the hiring process, and reduce travel costs. The COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated and increased the use of videoconferencing platforms such as Zoom and Google Hangouts. However, videoconferencing is not without its obstacles, such as delays, connectivity issues, and moments of awkward silence. Here are some tips on what to expect and how best to stand out during a Zoom interview.