Candidate's Response To Interviewer's Question 'How You Got Here Today' Gets Him Rejected

Interviews can be nerve-wracking, and it isn¡¯t unusual to mess it up. In fact, many of us have made mistakes that become humorous memories over time. Recently, a social media user recounted a similar incident on Reddit, sparking a wave of shared hilarious mishaps from other users.

Messing up job interviews: People share hilarious incidents

On Reddit, a question sparked some amusing responses: "What's the earliest you've messed up a job interview?"

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The user replied, "I was asked: tell me how you got here today. And I said: by bus. I got a stone-cold stare as the realisation hit me¡­ he meant in my career not to the physical office. The remaining 58 minutes were going through the motions."

The ensuing awkwardness filled the remainder of the interview.

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Other users chimed in with their own comical blunders.

A user shared that during an interview question about their background, they initially turned around, thinking the question was about his literal background. They then faced the camera, mistaking it for a mirror. It was only when the interviewer clarified they meant work background that the candidate realised the goof up.

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Another recalled a mix-up when asked about their driving license, inadvertently discussing the cleanliness of their vehicle instead. These anecdotes serve as humorous reminders of the occasional missteps we all make during interviews.

Being well-prepared is key to cracking an interview

Interviews can be stressful, so being well-prepared is key.

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For those gearing up for a job change, advice from a former Google recruiter on "major red flags" to avoid in an interview could be important.

Nolan Church, a former Google recruiter, advises job seekers to avoid certain phrases in interviews, reports CNBC Make It.

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He warns against saying "I work very hard" or "I'm a perfectionist," as these can imply a lack of growth potential.

He also emphasises on avoiding blaming others for past issues, as it reflects poorly on oneself.

Additionally, instead of saying "I don't know," he suggests how you would find a solution, showing problem-solving skills.