Job-hunting Myths (误区) "Don’t defeat yourself by accepting common myths" , says the head of an international company. Myth 1: If there’s nothing available in your field, change careers. Fact 1: That’s one of the worst things you can do. You compete against others with experience, and you will not approach your old salary level on a new job. Myth 2: Lower your salary demands. You’ll be more attractive to employers in an uncertain economy. Fact 2: People who ask for less are viewed as "low property". If you are considered as anything less than first-class, you are not likely to be hired. Myth 3: Workers over 50, it will be very hard to find another job. Fact 3: Workers over 50 win new jobs almost as quickly as youngsters do. Today’s employers place a premium (额外价值) on experience. Myth 4: Bring up salary as quickly as possible in the first interview. Fact 4: That’s a fast way to be removed (取消) from consideration. It tells employers you are more concerned with yourself than with the company. Myth 5: You can only get interview between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Fact 5: Employers are often available before and after regular hours when the office is quieter. If you get an interview then, you’ve got the employer’s concentrated attention. What iS a better time for an interview Not during______.