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An interview is a fairly terrible way to get to know a company's culture. Among other things, the interview is a filter, not an employment conversation.
by duaneb 12y ago
An interview is a fairly terrible way to get to know a company's culture. Among other things, the interview is a filter, not an employment conversation.
- xigency 12y agoAt the end of the interview I was left alone in an office where an employee showed up and thought I was there to interview him. Still, I understand your point.
- swampthing 12y agoOut of curiosity, why would an existing employee think anyone would be interviewing him?
- xigency 12y agoHe was waiting to use a conference room and misheard me.
- nkozyra 12y agoBut ... he already had the job.
- gsands 12y agointerviewing for a promotion/different team?
- xigency 12y agoHe asked if he could use the conference room. I said I was there for the interview. He asked if he was being interviewed. I said, no I was. And then he asked if he could Skype someone. So I ran through a few buildings looking for my hiring rep. Because I got stuck with my file that they were supposed to have at the end.
- Roboprog 12y agoYes, but it's time for your meeting with the Bobs. ... I HAVE PEOPLE SKILLS, DAMMIT!!! (apologies if you've not seen "Office Space")
- Yhippa 12y agoThe filter works both ways. Why would an employer want to leave a bad impression on someone who could potentially work there?
- GoodIntentions 12y agoThis is truth. I have seen this from both sides, and it is something you _need_ to know if you are interviewing people. The very best people for the job will have options. The very best hires don't _need_ your job. Not considering that your organization is being evaluated by the same folks you want to hire is not smart.
- duaneb 12y agoWhy would you expect anything but an interview when showing up for an interview? It's not like they expect an impromptu tap dance to convince them you really want to work there.