To company 1: "lemme be transparent with you, this is my top priority" To company 2: "lemme be transparent with you, this is my top priority" To Company 3: "lemme be transparent with you, this is my top priority"
Nah, I'm financially stable, haven't worked in a year and still have money saved for the rest of this year as well. If a fucking company asked me this question, I'd straight up ask them that. Such a stupid ass question to ask a person looking for a job.
I think this would be my go to. Chances are this isn't the first stupid trap question they've asked in the interview and at this point I'm probably fed up and no longer want the job. Interviewers like this forget that it's a 2-way street, and just get a power craze.
Crazy to think you have to walk on eggshells to get a damn job nowadays. These employers need to get over themselves if they think they’re the only company hiring.
As someone who interviews candidates, this question is never on my radar. If the candidate is interviewing with you, chances are they are interviewing elsewhere. That has always been an odd question to ask a candidate 😂
I had one red flag hiring manager who tried so hard to make me to tell her the names of the companies I was interviewing with. And later on when I turned down her job offer with the reason that I accepted a role somewhere else, she again tried throwing out competitor company names to see where I was going. Talking to her was SO uncomfortable.
I once got asked "where else have you applied?" And I answered "all the banks" they asked "why did you choose to come to this interview?" And I said "you're the first ones that called me" 🤣
It's wild that they will ask this question, and then their hiring process takes three months. Even if they weren't interviewing with somebody else at that time, they are now!
lol, I had a company call me to set up a first interview which went well, but just before they set up a second interview I got an offer from from two other companies. I told them in the interview that I had multiple offers on the table at the moment but would hold my response to them to get through this interview as I was interested in the position. However a decision had to be made within 2 days or I would be forced to accept one of the other offers. We did the interview, I did not hear back from them in 2 days and accepted one of the other offers. They then called me on the 4th day wanting to set up a 3rd interview. I had to explain to them that I was no longer looking. lol
Just sounds like incompetence on the recruiter's end. Either way, probably good for you because the recruiter's lack of due diligence in reporting that information out to their company probably meant larger failures in their approach to all problem solving issues.
I instinctively gave the first option as response. Currently I have a great job and only applied because the qualification criteria fit me perfectly, the company has a good reputation and my friend working there recommend me to them and the other way around. I don't need to switch and I'm not desperate to take a job elsewhere. Got invited to a second interview, so despite my salary exception being high for their standards (again, I'm already paid more than their standards where I am now), they still consider it being a worthy investment. Looking forward to their offer - either it's utterly bs or they actually take me serious. What counts is that I went from extreme social anxiety to being good at self presentation and convincing employers I'm worth more than my age makes them assume.
I think pulling crap like this asking questions that arent about what you answer but about how you answer arbitrarily make jobs about your social skills and ability to communicate when many jobs have nothing to do with that.
I accidentally said "not yet😁" to my interviewer. She asked it at the end of the interview when I was really tired and really done w the interview😭. It slipped out, and I realized immediately after, but thankfully the interview was over... It was my first job interview though, and I got the job😋💪
The two tracks of music add intensity to the "wrong answers". Although it probably wasn't your intention. The "are youuu seeing other candidates 🤨" had me rolling.
My limited experience tells me to be honest and professional. My answer was "Yes, I am currently on the last step of the hiring process at another company." I got hired at the company that asked this question basically on the second day. I always think that if a company is willing to spend time to interview me, it means that they see something in my CV or letter that fits their current needs. Job interview is not just about us needing the job, it's also the company needing an employee to fill in a position. Overconfident is not a good thing but knowing your worth is extremely important before starting your job hunting.
I have some other prospects in late round stages as well but you’re companies product and culture intrigues me and makes me excited about this role. That’s my go to
Another answer that always works for me is “I’ve just started my job search and I was excited to be invited for an interview so soon”. If they like me often I get a job offer that afternoon or the following morning because they don’t want to grab me before I get the chance to interview elsewhere.
@@monilip have you heard the saying "if you highlight everything you have highlighted nothing"? Same applies here. If you fast track everything you have fast tracked nothing. Fast tracking often requires getting others to reschedule calls, getting HR to reprioritize the offer paperwork for this hire over another.
It's okay to say no if youre not, just explain why. Eg, "I wasnt actively looking to leave my current role, but this position looked too interesting not to explore." Or "At the moment im being very selective with who I apply to, to make sure i end up in a role that really suits me and i can stay with for the long term.
If you are new to the field yes this is probably the best you can do. However if you have experience and a strong resume don't bully yourself into accepting less. Show what you are worth. Tell them the truth that you are looking at other companies. Let them know what they offered you. Tell them what you are really looking for. You will never be happy if you don't. If you don't like their answers you may be applying to a company that ain't a good fot for you. You need to find out what type of leadership you work best under. Some people work good under dictators others are very creative and csn find better ways of doing things. Remember it takes a team of people who think differently to come up with the best stuff.
Or, you could redirect. ‘I’d rather focus on my experience and achievements and how I feel I’d align great for this role and company for which I’m very interested in.’ This way, the interviewer knows you’re here for business, not gossip, and you’re focused on what you want.
I would add a few specific reasons why that place is your #1 priority to help seal the deal. Bonus points if you include things you learned from questions you asked earlier in the interview or in prior interview rounds. I did that when interviewing for my current job.
Hey Erin! I love your channel, you are helping so many! What do you do if you are applying for a million jobs but aren't getting any interviews? My business is so tough right now, and on multiple occasions, I've learned that over 300 people applied for a position that I was interested in. My resumé is not bad, and my cover letter is fine too (I have gotten jobs before, so I don't think there is anything wrong with my submission). I did get one interview last week (first in several months) but today I found out they went with other candidates :( I feel like a turd underneath somebody's shoe. How do you stay hopeful?
Recruiter for a midsized business here. When we ask that question, it's always just to gauge how much time we have to make a decision on the candidate. If they're about to be snatched up, they'll move things around to make the decision faster. That's really the extent of it for us, at least.
I see what you're saying, but if you really want to hire a particular individual the process should move quickly, anyway. If they interviewed very well for you, then they're going to interview really well for someone else. Plus, if your hiring process takes too long they're going to seek employment elsewhere. I've had several job offers that were received long after accepting a job offer somewhere else.
Yep, I use this question to test how good the candidate is at lying. Following Erin’s advice, candidate would be suitable for politician or HR. Would prefer an honest answer for someone I’d hire.
A friend of mine was once told that there were more than 100 candidates vying for the position but there was only one job, to which the response was: that is great because I only need one job. We had a good laugh about that one and a couple of days later the offer letter arrived.
Thankyou Angel, for all the golden nuggets of wisdom and for psyching people like me up for this. I've got people to take care of.. beast mode activated! ❤ Erin you are a treasure. More power to you woman!
My answer: "i value honesty. So yes, I have other interviews. I want to find the best match where I could sucsessfully work for a long period for my and companys benefit. Let's find out if I'm the best candidate for that job." And that would be the truth. I'm too old to all shit of lying.
You should always say yes to this question because it can help you negotiate a better compensation package and can discourage the company from stringing you along. I usually politely say that there are a few opportunities in the pipeline that I am considering and leave it at that.
Hi Erin, I recently had a science fair at my school, so the judge asked me a question related to the topic of my project. And I didn't know the answer because the question was quite an advanced-level question. I was the only one whom he asked questions out of all the people who presented BIOLOGY cause he was very impressed with my research. I TOTALLY Freaked out inside and ended up saying a stupid answer 😢😢 If I handled the situation better I could have gotten an honour in BIOLOGY Can you please make a video on how to handle the situation when you don't know the answer...? Be it an interview, or any presentation. The whole presentation was good but in the end that question spoilt everything up.
My response is generally "I'm not unhappy in my current role so have been very selective with my applications, but when I saw this opportunity I thought it would be ideal career progression. It's not so much that there are factors pushing me away from my current workplace but that I was intrigued about working here and that's why I'm pursuing the opportunity."
You may also just be able to ask why they're asking. Because this might just be another version of the "why do you want to leave your current job" or the "why do you want to work for us" question. I think it would be reasonable to say "Could I ask why you're asking that question? Since almost every candidate is going to have the same answer, I want to be sure I'm giving you an answer that's relevant to why you're asking." If they just wanna know how likely you'd be to accept an offer, convey your enthusiasm! But if you don't feel like you know yet, you have an opening to get more information - "Based on what I've seen so far, this job seems very promising and like it could be a good fit, but I do still have some questions. Some of them you can probably answer, but if we move forward with this process I'd love an opportunity to speak with someone on the team to really get a full picture"
I was recently offered a position at a place that was fantastic but I was really gunning for a another place that I interviewed at as well. It was a tricky line to walk but I ended up with the job I wanted!
i love watching and memorizing these tips knowing well that i'm just a 14 year old girl who just sits in her room all day and has no idea what job she's going to have in like 6 years
I'm way to honest then and never thought that this was a hard question to answer. I always said I've applied with others or if I had just had an interview. I ended up getting a job who appreciated my honesty ❤
When i was applying for my current job they offered me an in person interview a week after my phone interview. They then rang one of my references who told them i was awesome and that i had at least 2 other interviews lined up that week. Guess whose interview got rescheduled to the next day? Went well and I'm still here a few years later. My previous employers are fantastic and have vouched for me for some good promotions and also warned me off some dodgy sounding employers.
We need to stop letting employers think that their particular job opportunity is anything more than an employment opportunity. The vast majority of employees are there for the compensation.
Idk why but after seeing ur answer this quote came to my mind:- "An interview is a discussion between 2 dishonest people." I dont mean any offense. Your videos are great
I've never been asked this question in an interview. However I did once have a very awkward phone conversation with a recruiter who called me a couple of weeks after my application, and then without much introduction started launching into pre-screening questions like "why do you want this role?". I was out of the house (in a noisy mall actually), so couldn't just pull up my notes on that job, which was one of many I had applied for. I literally could not remember what the company was or anything specific about them. I fumbled my way through the phone call but learned to be more prepared next time or just request to reschedule the call for a better time.
Hi Erin! Wondering if you have any recommendations on how to handle being asked your salary expectations for a role when you live in a state that requires the pay range be posted in the job description and/or disclosed during an interview? I live in a pay transparency state and recently interviewed for a job where salary was (illegally) not provided in the description, and when I asked during the interview, they asked me what I expected to be paid instead of answering my question. I was so surprised that I just gave them a random number. They ended up making me an offer at the higher end of my range, but I couldn’t help feeling like I’d left money on the table and ended up turning down the role.
I remember when I was applying for university, I gave all my original documents to one uni. And then took the copies to the other. The other uni didn't take my copies and said that I didn't actually want to study there, since I didn't bring them my original documents. I did end up going to the first uni I applied to, they wrote me as an accepted student in the first wave of choosing. They also told me that since I brought them the original docs, they assumed I was 100% set on studying with them
I dont understand the problem. As an interviewer we just wanted to know how fast we needed to move if we liked someone. It was never a negative As a candidate I just answered honestly and I never sensed it was an issue either way
Once, I'd already received another offer, but really wanted the job i was still interviewing for. I told them that and they sent me an offer 2hrs after the interview
Why do they do this? They know damn well we're applying to multiple jobs at once lmao. They just want you to roll over and wag your tongue like a dog to show how badly you want to work for them 😡
Well, yeah, I want any job. I feel bad to just act like I'm very motivated and this is my dream job, when really, I'm just desperate to find something :x
Unfortunately it seems that my interviewer asked me this question after the interview in casual conversation and it caught me off guard and answered honestly - which was that I'm just applying anywhere.
"Are you currently seeing other people?" "While I am particularly interested in this role and truly believe this is a fantastic fit. I am exploring opportunities at similar companies. " 😇
To company 1: "lemme be transparent with you, this is my top priority"
To company 2: "lemme be transparent with you, this is my top priority"
To Company 3: "lemme be transparent with you, this is my top priority"
Yes 😂
To be fair, companies do these kinds of things to interviewees all the time 😅
Lol
Literally my ex with other guys 🫥
Selling yourself often requires to be economical with the truth ;)
"Are you interviewing other candidates?" might be the best way to show off your sense of humor!
Nah, I'm financially stable, haven't worked in a year and still have money saved for the rest of this year as well. If a fucking company asked me this question, I'd straight up ask them that. Such a stupid ass question to ask a person looking for a job.
I whole heartedly agree. Its a bloody trap question, no doubt about it.@@singhmastr
I think this would be my go to. Chances are this isn't the first stupid trap question they've asked in the interview and at this point I'm probably fed up and no longer want the job.
Interviewers like this forget that it's a 2-way street, and just get a power craze.
@@singhmastr Ask them if they are interviewing other candidates. Have them prove your interest in you specifically.
Agreed!
"are you interviewing other candidates" LMAOOOO I LOVED THAT😭😭😭😂😂
Currently the best one🎉
You can play that one off as a joke before giving a real answer :)
It'll expose their hypocrisy in a much lighter hearted way
@@jacobc9221will show them you're a problem, definitely not hiring you
Crazy to think you have to walk on eggshells to get a damn job nowadays. These employers need to get over themselves if they think they’re the only company hiring.
Especially considering they sometimes ask "Why should we hire you above other candidates?"
right like isnt that your job to figure out?? 😭
@@UMBR. "Because I'm just that good" *hasn't received a return text*
That’s not the point, they know you’re interviewing with other companies lol, they just want to see how important this specific job is to you.
@Randomly1234 "give me your boots and your arsehole and I'll show you with my tongue how important this job is."
As someone who interviews candidates, this question is never on my radar. If the candidate is interviewing with you, chances are they are interviewing elsewhere. That has always been an odd question to ask a candidate 😂
It's a lazy question to rule a candidate out. Not a good interviewer
I had one red flag hiring manager who tried so hard to make me to tell her the names of the companies I was interviewing with. And later on when I turned down her job offer with the reason that I accepted a role somewhere else, she again tried throwing out competitor company names to see where I was going. Talking to her was SO uncomfortable.
That's crazy.
I'd just say "Mind your fucking own business"
SHE is looking for a job and she was pumping you for companies. I'd have mentioned it to HR
I guess you can say the recruiter failed the interview
"Are you interviewing other candidates (ಡ ͜ ʖ ಡ) " got me good😂😂😂
I once got asked "where else have you applied?" And I answered "all the banks" they asked "why did you choose to come to this interview?" And I said "you're the first ones that called me" 🤣
lmao so honest and straightforward
+ you sound cute
@@Levntna 🙊
We need to know if you got the job and accepted the offer?? 😮
So did you get it?
The interviewer is looking for a job and seeking ideas
It's wild that they will ask this question, and then their hiring process takes three months. Even if they weren't interviewing with somebody else at that time, they are now!
I'm so sick of being asked questions where every answer is wrong anyway
Yeah, why must people's livelihoods depends on innane word an social games
Just say “yes” and stop. Leave it hanging there, and see how interested the interviewer is at finding out where.
That won’t do you any good either. They’ll just look at you like, “Really?”
@@yorutsumetai Nod.
lol, I had a company call me to set up a first interview which went well, but just before they set up a second interview I got an offer from from two other companies.
I told them in the interview that I had multiple offers on the table at the moment but would hold my response to them to get through this interview as I was interested in the position. However a decision had to be made within 2 days or I would be forced to accept one of the other offers.
We did the interview, I did not hear back from them in 2 days and accepted one of the other offers. They then called me on the 4th day wanting to set up a 3rd interview.
I had to explain to them that I was no longer looking. lol
Just sounds like incompetence on the recruiter's end. Either way, probably good for you because the recruiter's lack of due diligence in reporting that information out to their company probably meant larger failures in their approach to all problem solving issues.
I instinctively gave the first option as response. Currently I have a great job and only applied because the qualification criteria fit me perfectly, the company has a good reputation and my friend working there recommend me to them and the other way around. I don't need to switch and I'm not desperate to take a job elsewhere. Got invited to a second interview, so despite my salary exception being high for their standards (again, I'm already paid more than their standards where I am now), they still consider it being a worthy investment. Looking forward to their offer - either it's utterly bs or they actually take me serious. What counts is that I went from extreme social anxiety to being good at self presentation and convincing employers I'm worth more than my age makes them assume.
This question should be illegal
It's a red/yellow flag IMO
Agreed. There’s no real reason for them to know. It’s not their business
"should be" illegal? Do tell, why? Just because you "feel" like it should be? Do you know the precedent it might set off if you DO make it illegal?
@@redwall1521it's a joke 😭
@@redwall1521 calm down and go find a real problem
I think pulling crap like this asking questions that arent about what you answer but about how you answer arbitrarily make jobs about your social skills and ability to communicate when many jobs have nothing to do with that.
Pretty much. It’s actually a test of how quick you think on your feet, and potentially how “crafty” (not read negatively) you can be.
I like the answer : " Are you interviewing other candidates?" 😂❤
I accidentally said "not yet😁" to my interviewer. She asked it at the end of the interview when I was really tired and really done w the interview😭. It slipped out, and I realized immediately after, but thankfully the interview was over...
It was my first job interview though, and I got the job😋💪
"Not yet😊", lmaooooo😂😂😂😂
"I'm exploring all my opportunities."
pretty sure the response asking if they're interviewing other candidates is completely appropriate
I love watching your videos to try and guess the “right” answer before you say it, and I’m proud to say I got this one!
Just got my first job today and I love your videos! They helped me get through three rounds of interviews!!
The two tracks of music add intensity to the "wrong answers". Although it probably wasn't your intention.
The "are youuu seeing other candidates 🤨" had me rolling.
The "fully transparent bit" really is ironic
My limited experience tells me to be honest and professional. My answer was "Yes, I am currently on the last step of the hiring process at another company." I got hired at the company that asked this question basically on the second day. I always think that if a company is willing to spend time to interview me, it means that they see something in my CV or letter that fits their current needs. Job interview is not just about us needing the job, it's also the company needing an employee to fill in a position. Overconfident is not a good thing but knowing your worth is extremely important before starting your job hunting.
I’d say “depends how this interview goes” lol
I have some other prospects in late round stages as well but you’re companies product and culture intrigues me and makes me excited about this role.
That’s my go to
Another answer that always works for me is
“I’ve just started my job search and I was excited to be invited for an interview so soon”.
If they like me often I get a job offer that afternoon or the following morning because they don’t want to grab me before I get the chance to interview elsewhere.
As a hiring manager we are often asking to understand if we need to fast track if you become a top candidate
Crazy thought: fast track every "top candidate". It isn't hospital, why slow track people at all
@@monilip have you heard the saying "if you highlight everything you have highlighted nothing"? Same applies here. If you fast track everything you have fast tracked nothing. Fast tracking often requires getting others to reschedule calls, getting HR to reprioritize the offer paperwork for this hire over another.
I actually love 'Are you interviewing other candidates' bevause if they can comsider more than one perdom for the job, you can consider other jobs.
The correct answers are Great answer Erin! I liked them and will use them.
It's okay to say no if youre not, just explain why. Eg, "I wasnt actively looking to leave my current role, but this position looked too interesting not to explore." Or "At the moment im being very selective with who I apply to, to make sure i end up in a role that really suits me and i can stay with for the long term.
If you are new to the field yes this is probably the best you can do. However if you have experience and a strong resume don't bully yourself into accepting less. Show what you are worth. Tell them the truth that you are looking at other companies. Let them know what they offered you. Tell them what you are really looking for. You will never be happy if you don't. If you don't like their answers you may be applying to a company that ain't a good fot for you. You need to find out what type of leadership you work best under. Some people work good under dictators others are very creative and csn find better ways of doing things. Remember it takes a team of people who think differently to come up with the best stuff.
Or, you could redirect. ‘I’d rather focus on my experience and achievements and how I feel I’d align great for this role and company for which I’m very interested in.’ This way, the interviewer knows you’re here for business, not gossip, and you’re focused on what you want.
Super good advice, but the music overlapping itself was just too funny
I would add a few specific reasons why that place is your #1 priority to help seal the deal. Bonus points if you include things you learned from questions you asked earlier in the interview or in prior interview rounds. I did that when interviewing for my current job.
Hey Erin! I love your channel, you are helping so many! What do you do if you are applying for a million jobs but aren't getting any interviews? My business is so tough right now, and on multiple occasions, I've learned that over 300 people applied for a position that I was interested in. My resumé is not bad, and my cover letter is fine too (I have gotten jobs before, so I don't think there is anything wrong with my submission). I did get one interview last week (first in several months) but today I found out they went with other candidates :( I feel like a turd underneath somebody's shoe. How do you stay hopeful?
Thank you for this short reel. Its helped so much
Tbh, it's a really silly question for them to even ask.
I needed this 3 months ago. Dang it!
First and this is very helpful thanks❤
Good Lord, it's all one big game, and the winners (i.e. those who ultimately get the jobs) are the ones who play it the best.
"that is an extremely inappropriate question, im not sure im interested anymore."
Nice answer 👌🏽
Yay thank for answering this❤
Recruiter for a midsized business here. When we ask that question, it's always just to gauge how much time we have to make a decision on the candidate. If they're about to be snatched up, they'll move things around to make the decision faster. That's really the extent of it for us, at least.
I see what you're saying, but if you really want to hire a particular individual the process should move quickly, anyway. If they interviewed very well for you, then they're going to interview really well for someone else. Plus, if your hiring process takes too long they're going to seek employment elsewhere. I've had several job offers that were received long after accepting a job offer somewhere else.
I just got a job and it was the best interview of my life. No tricky questions straight forward.
A interview is like a minefield now lol bye
i definetly messed up on this question before, thank you erin!
Yep, I use this question to test how good the candidate is at lying. Following Erin’s advice, candidate would be suitable for politician or HR. Would prefer an honest answer for someone I’d hire.
Your other vids that came up in my stream were interesting, but this one... I will not lie.
Like a player swindling multiple side chicks, "Yes baby but you're my favorite."
Remember to say that in every interview.
The second one got me 😅😂
I need my tap, tap “ you got this”!!! I so appreciate you!!!!
A friend of mine was once told that there were more than 100 candidates vying for the position but there was only one job, to which the response was: that is great because I only need one job. We had a good laugh about that one and a couple of days later the offer letter arrived.
Thankyou Angel, for all the golden nuggets of wisdom and for psyching people like me up for this. I've got people to take care of.. beast mode activated! ❤ Erin you are a treasure. More power to you woman!
My answer: "i value honesty. So yes, I have other interviews. I want to find the best match where I could sucsessfully work for a long period for my and companys benefit. Let's find out if I'm the best candidate for that job."
And that would be the truth.
I'm too old to all shit of lying.
You should always say yes to this question because it can help you negotiate a better compensation package and can discourage the company from stringing you along. I usually politely say that there are a few opportunities in the pipeline that I am considering and leave it at that.
Gotta love the mental gymnastics that compaies force you to go through
your hair is so pretty
Hi Erin,
I recently had a science fair at my school, so the judge asked me a question related to the topic of my project. And I didn't know the answer because the question was quite an advanced-level question. I was the only one whom he asked questions out of all the people who presented BIOLOGY cause he was very impressed with my research. I TOTALLY Freaked out inside and ended up saying a stupid answer 😢😢 If I handled the situation better I could have gotten an honour in BIOLOGY
Can you please make a video on how to handle the situation when you don't know the answer...? Be it an interview, or any presentation. The whole presentation was good but in the end that question spoilt everything up.
My response is generally "I'm not unhappy in my current role so have been very selective with my applications, but when I saw this opportunity I thought it would be ideal career progression. It's not so much that there are factors pushing me away from my current workplace but that I was intrigued about working here and that's why I'm pursuing the opportunity."
You may also just be able to ask why they're asking. Because this might just be another version of the "why do you want to leave your current job" or the "why do you want to work for us" question. I think it would be reasonable to say "Could I ask why you're asking that question? Since almost every candidate is going to have the same answer, I want to be sure I'm giving you an answer that's relevant to why you're asking." If they just wanna know how likely you'd be to accept an offer, convey your enthusiasm! But if you don't feel like you know yet, you have an opening to get more information - "Based on what I've seen so far, this job seems very promising and like it could be a good fit, but I do still have some questions. Some of them you can probably answer, but if we move forward with this process I'd love an opportunity to speak with someone on the team to really get a full picture"
I was recently offered a position at a place that was fantastic but I was really gunning for a another place that I interviewed at as well. It was a tricky line to walk but I ended up with the job I wanted!
The answer is always YES!!
"No. Five minutes ago, yes. Five minutes from now, yes. Currently, I am only interviewing with you."
i love watching and memorizing these tips knowing well that i'm just a 14 year old girl who just sits in her room all day and has no idea what job she's going to have in like 6 years
I thought saying: "your mom"
would have been the wisest answer to this "trickiest" interview question ever!
Good advice
Thanks 👌
Job interviews seem to be about finding an employee who’s great at lying and being manipulative
I'm way to honest then and never thought that this was a hard question to answer. I always said I've applied with others or if I had just had an interview. I ended up getting a job who appreciated my honesty ❤
Fabulous replies.
When i was applying for my current job they offered me an in person interview a week after my phone interview. They then rang one of my references who told them i was awesome and that i had at least 2 other interviews lined up that week. Guess whose interview got rescheduled to the next day? Went well and I'm still here a few years later. My previous employers are fantastic and have vouched for me for some good promotions and also warned me off some dodgy sounding employers.
American job search seems hilariously old-fashioned.
I used this answer, it came naturally. It worked.
We need to stop letting employers think that their particular job opportunity is anything more than an employment opportunity. The vast majority of employees are there for the compensation.
Idk why but after seeing ur answer this quote came to my mind:-
"An interview is a discussion between 2 dishonest people."
I dont mean any offense. Your videos are great
I've never been asked this question in an interview. However I did once have a very awkward phone conversation with a recruiter who called me a couple of weeks after my application, and then without much introduction started launching into pre-screening questions like "why do you want this role?". I was out of the house (in a noisy mall actually), so couldn't just pull up my notes on that job, which was one of many I had applied for. I literally could not remember what the company was or anything specific about them. I fumbled my way through the phone call but learned to be more prepared next time or just request to reschedule the call for a better time.
I wish I saw this before my interview 😂
Hi Erin! Wondering if you have any recommendations on how to handle being asked your salary expectations for a role when you live in a state that requires the pay range be posted in the job description and/or disclosed during an interview?
I live in a pay transparency state and recently interviewed for a job where salary was (illegally) not provided in the description, and when I asked during the interview, they asked me what I expected to be paid instead of answering my question. I was so surprised that I just gave them a random number. They ended up making me an offer at the higher end of my range, but I couldn’t help feeling like I’d left money on the table and ended up turning down the role.
I remember when I was applying for university, I gave all my original documents to one uni. And then took the copies to the other. The other uni didn't take my copies and said that I didn't actually want to study there, since I didn't bring them my original documents. I did end up going to the first uni I applied to, they wrote me as an accepted student in the first wave of choosing. They also told me that since I brought them the original docs, they assumed I was 100% set on studying with them
I actually didn't know that was even a thing back at 17. But yeah, now I know that people and companies like to be your number 1 choice
the layered music makes this very cursed
What a coincidence! Even I had my interview with target and sadly that's the only company. I haven't heard back from them and I really need a job.😢
I dont understand the problem. As an interviewer we just wanted to know how fast we needed to move if we liked someone. It was never a negative
As a candidate I just answered honestly and I never sensed it was an issue either way
You want to been seen as the 1st pick not the person who just got put on the team to participate
Once, I'd already received another offer, but really wanted the job i was still interviewing for. I told them that and they sent me an offer 2hrs after the interview
I honestly can't say I remember ever being asked this. Glad I haven't lol
Why do they do this? They know damn well we're applying to multiple jobs at once lmao. They just want you to roll over and wag your tongue like a dog to show how badly you want to work for them 😡
When I recently got hired, they asked this during the interview and I just said “not at the moment”
The exit interviews of this generation are gonna be crazy 💀
They asked me this question where I was applying for a *CASUAL* position 😂😂😂 I was just honest and said yes but they were my first interview I came to
Well, yeah, I want any job. I feel bad to just act like I'm very motivated and this is my dream job, when really, I'm just desperate to find something :x
Me: What are you, a cop?
Unfortunately it seems that my interviewer asked me this question after the interview in casual conversation and it caught me off guard and answered honestly - which was that I'm just applying anywhere.
It’s not always true it’s your top pick though. I would say that I’m really interested and and qualified for this type of work so of course I am
"Are you currently seeing other people?"
"While I am particularly interested in this role and truly believe this is a fantastic fit. I am exploring opportunities at similar companies. " 😇
Depends if you are interviewing because you are out of work.
Or
Because you are looking to leave your current role for another.
Are you interviewing other applicants?
just wait for two people who watch erin to do the interviews after reach other 😂