Small instructions for a nasty job interview

Something to smile: Instructions for a nasty job interview.

1. Arrive at least 20 minutes late and in no case give by telephone that you are late. When you arrive, you complain about the fact that you always set four alarm clocks, but still sleep on a regular basis.

2. It's best to check the internet for how people are dressed in the store. And then: just put on the opposite. You want to start in an alternative bookstore or auto repair shop? Then pinstripe, gel in the hair and tie! In a bench best casual with T-shirt and jeans!


3. During the conversation, always demonstratively out of the window and cross your arms. Of course it is great, too, if you are chewing gum. Anyway, you should answer at least once to a question: "Uh ... could you repeat that? I just did not listen."

4. If one asks you about your career goals, call exactly the position that the questioner is currently holding. Or good: "I just want all 'boss' to say to me!"

5. Finally, it is important to leave a lasting impression: Therefore, you should definitely ask for the adoption of the name of your interlocutor ("I was very happy, Mrs. ... how was your name right?"). In addition, you should work on your handshake: slack and humid in men (maybe wet handkerchief in your pocket), in women, on the other hand give really good, brand vise.

6. On leaving, it is good to forget something important: the briefcase or, even better, the glasses or the watch (you can unobtrusively undress and drop under the table during the conversation). There's a good reason to drop in again in the next few days!

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