An expert reveals the 3 biggest red flags to watch out for during job interviews.

I have made my fair share of faux pas in job interviews.

I arrived late, unprepared for their job-related questions and asked personal questions, which may have raised red flags for some employers. As a result, I did not receive any of those jobs.

During my job search, I observed questionable behavior from potential employers, which led me to question their suitability as places to work.

Job interviews can present red flags, and career experts offer advice on how to handle them.

One company cancelled an interview—and later ghosted me

One job interview process presented several eyebrow-raising moments.

I had planned to meet the employer for the first time at 9:30 a.m. in a coffee shop, but I had to adjust my schedule to make it happen. However, the day before the interview, they informed us that we needed to reschedule.

Stacie Haller, a career advisor at Resume Builder, acknowledges that "stuff happens" and has personally experienced canceling interviews as a hiring manager. She emphasizes the importance of being understanding and having grace for interviewers.

Despite meeting with three employees and completing a writing test, I never received a response regarding the salary range I was seeking.

Amanda Augustine, a career expert at TopResume, emphasizes the importance of mutual respect between potential employers and candidates, particularly in terms of respecting their time and effort in preparing for interviews. Unfortunately, my experience with this company did not demonstrate that level of respect.

Another company cut the role as we were interviewing

Another employer changed course during the interview process.

The company I applied to informed me that they had decided to eliminate the job they were interviewing me for and wanted to discuss another role with me. We proceeded with the process for that new position.

Augustine believes that if the role had changed or been modified during the interview process, it could have been a poor practice. However, in her case, the duties of the two roles were similar. If the role is significantly different or offers less or more money, she thinks it is not a good practice.

I was hired for a job, but the role was eliminated shortly after, and I was offered a different position.

'Always listen to your gut'

If you feel something is off during an interview, consult with a friend, colleague, or someone else in your professional circle to determine if it's typical, advises Haller.

Listen to your gut, says Haller, as it's always the best guide. If something feels wrong, it is. If something feels weird, it is.

The way a prospective employer treats you during the interview process is a good indicator of how they will treat you as an official employee. It is important to pay attention and ensure that you receive the level of respect and communication you deserve, as Haller says, "it does not get better once you work there."

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