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 will happen if you ask for a high salary in the first interview You will probably lose the chance______the job．