It's only awkward if you are shallow. Jobs did this a lot in interviews before giving very thoughtful answers. Many people feel the need to start talking immedi

It's only awkward if you are shallow. Jobs did this a lot in interviews before giving very thoughtful answers. Many people feel the need to start talking immediately because they think they will look dumb otherwise. In reality, the first think that comes to mind is almost always wrong or a faux pax and you'd be better off not having said it. Take the time to think of the right answer and if you can't then say so. Nothing is more frustrating than someone who doesn't know the answer to a question and tries to hide this by answering questions that weren't asked.