On 3/21/07, Roger E. Rustad, Jr. <[email protected]> wrote:
I was just telling Brian about some clever questions that I have been
asked that are (in my opinion) cleverly aimed at getting personal
details that you're probably not supposed to ask applicants.
When asking me about my recent move to Orange County, he asked where I
"bought in" at. I kind of ignored that and said (something like), "I
moved here around such-and-such date." He intentionally brought the
conversation around to location of my house and whether or not I had
purchased it. I told him that I, like everyone else, was looking for a
good deal on a house foreclosure.
I would share the city town name I live in, how long a commute it is
for me. How much I paid or whether I rent or own is none of their
business. They have my address on my resume anyways.
He asked for alternate contact info, I gave him my cell. He asked for
my home, but I told him my cell worked fine at home. He asked for
My answer would be "My cell is my primary phone". If asked further I
would just say that each member of my family has a cell phone. I would
give my wifes number as an emergency contact. However that info would
generally be shared to HR upon being hired, her cell number would not
really be appropriate info for an interview.
again (just in case he absolutely had to contact me), and when I gave
it to him, he asked if there was possibly someone else who might
answer the phone. Sensing that he wanted to know if I was single, I
Someone else? How is that any if their business. You asked for a
number where I can be reached. I understood the question and I have
provided you a number.
just volunteered that information, in case it gave me an edge in the
job (in case I really wanted it). The "tin foil hat" part of me says
that he'll probably skiptrace the location.
Your thoughts?
This sounds more like a bad date then a job interview. I have found
that nothing works better then brutal honesty in an interview. However
I admit that won't work for everyone or for all employers. Where I
work the interviews consist of three people and they play roles. Good
cop, bad cop and the third is just there for technical verification of
your answers. I hate the games employers play, plus some places just
have this snobby attitude.
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