> Did you drop out? Why? Did you not drop out? Why? That's a genuine question I have of any interviewee. What was their thinking behind studying for 3–10 year

> Did you drop out? Why? Did you not drop out? Why? That's a genuine question I have of any interviewee. What was their thinking behind studying for 3–10 years at universities vs developing themselves through other avenues? For someone with a master's degree, I'd like to witness their critical thought process. Their problem finding skills. Their ability to research outside their own field. Nothing would be a bigger red flag of mediocrity than someone who has spent several of their best years having gained no more than what mere vocational training would. I never consider having a degree a "plus." It is only a plus if one has something to show for it.