Two weeks ago, we
interviewed a few of our works to find out what was the most
challenging interview question they were ever asked. Today, we are
going to talk about a few embarrassing interview experience. Think of
it as a 'what not to do at an interview' piece!
The article was
written by Chelsea Fagan and recall the experience of multiple women
and their failed interviews. Here are a few.
“One of my first
real job interviews was at a hip record company in Manhattan where
everyone dressed in jeans, T-shirts, and other 'cool guy' attire. I
showed up for my interview wearing Olivia Benson-style slacks, and I
felt like a complete lose. Luckily, they worked in my favor, so I
have ended up wearing them to basically every interview since.” -
Stephanie G.; got the job
“They
asked me what my worst quality was, and I said I was lazy. Don’t
ask me what I was thinking.” -
Kelly
D.;
did not get the job.
“I
have a lot of nervous tics that tend to come out in professional
situations more than any other stressful environment, probably
because they feel so proper and serious. But my worst reaction to
stress is that I’ll produce a lot of saliva and either have to
swallow a ton, or slightly drool without realizing it. So in my most
recent interview, I spent the entire 10 minutes swallowing every
three seconds; at one point, I even launched spittle at the hiring
manager when I laughed at her joke. I assume I came off like Robert
Durst in The
Jinx.”
-
Carla
A.;
did not get the job.
There are SO many
more; they really are a good guide of what not to do during an
interview. Now, it's your turn; name your most embarrassing moment
during an interview.
