We all get nervous at job interviews, but we still need to keep our heads on our shoulders. However some candidates still put their feet in their mouth. Here are a few real life blunders, according to CareerBuilder.com
Q: Why did you leave your last job?
A: “I have a problem with authority.”
Q: What are your hobbies and interests?
A: [He said] ‘Well, as you can see, I’m a young, virile man and I’m single — if you ladies know what I’m saying.’ Then he looked at one of the fair-haired board members and said, ‘I particularly like blondes.‘”
Q: Do you have any questions?
A: “Can we wrap this up fairly quickly? I have someplace I have to go.”
A: “If I get an offer, how long do I have before I have to take the drug test?”
Q: Why should we hire you?
A: “I would be a great asset to the events team because I party all the time.”
Q: Why should we hire you?
A: I had a dream, and an angel came to me, telling me I should take this job. If an angel told me, you really should hire me!"
Q: Why are you looking for a job?
A: “Cigarettes are getting more expensive, so I need another job.”
Q: Why do you want to work for us?
A: “Just for the benefits.”
Q: What are your assets? (as in strengths)
A: “Well, I do own a bike.”
Q: What are your weaknesses?
A: “I get angry easily and I went to jail for domestic violence. But I won’t get mad at you.”
Q: When have you demonstrated leadership skills?
A: “Well my best example would be in the world of online video gaming. I pretty much run the show; it takes a lot to do that.”
Q: Use three adjectives to describe yourself
A: “I hate questions like this.”
Q: Tell of a time you made a mistake and how you dealt with it
A: “I stole some equipment from my old job, and I had to pay for its replacement.”
Q: Have you submitted your two weeks’ notice to your current employer?
A: “What is two weeks’ notice? I’ve never quit a job before, I’ve always been fired.”
Q: Random responses
A: “May I have a cup of coffee? I think I may still be a little drunk from last night.“
Q: Why do you know about [our company]?
A: "I know that you are looking to fill a position, and I know I need a job."
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