If you have an appointment for an interview but don't want to go, you can politely decline to avoid unnecessary conflict and embarrassment. Here are some tactful ways to decline an interview:
1.Early Notice: Notify the recruiter well in advance of the interview date to express your appreciation and explain that you are unable to attend the interview due to certain reasons.
2.Be honest: Be honest about your situation, such as other important arrangements or unexpected circumstances that prevent you from attending the interview as planned.
3.Thank you for the opportunity: Express your gratitude for being invited to the interview and explain that you regret not being able to attend, and thank them for their recognition and opportunity to you.
4.Leave room for improvement: If possible, express your desire to work with the company again in the future and express a good impression of the company.
For example, you could send a polite email that says something like:
Dear Mr. and Madam XXX, thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to participate in the interview. Unfortunately, due to some recent unexpected circumstances (or other reasons), I was unable to attend the interview as planned. I'm very sorry for this, and I hope I can understand. I am truly grateful that you have given me this opportunity, and I hope to work with you again in the future if possible.
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In conclusion, the point is to politely express the reason why you are unable to attend the interview, and to express gratitude and apologies, leaving room for cooperation.