Congrats Richard Head, you’re fired! Don’t start Monday.
So this is it! Big day for a kid, just out of school and looking to explore all the world of finance has to offer. As he walks in, we shake hands and I introduce myself. I notice no tie and no belt. Weird, but his shoes have shoelaces. I doubt he’s on suicide watch. Anyway, I didn’t catch the name so I ask for a copy of the resume. And then a shocking reply: “Nah, y’all should have it on file already.” Really? Maybe I should have prepared better before I decided to take the time out of my day to listen to this garbage…
So, tell me about yourself, any internships or experience working in finance?
Yeah, it should be on my resume, you know I’m sayin’?
No, not really. I do know that this interview is over Mr…your name is on your resume. Good luck on your next interview, Mr. Harry Johnson!
Added to by Mr. Fired:
Interview Tips
This is a classic example of what NOT to do at the interview. That is, as long as you’re trying to get HIRED. Make sure you bring at least 2 copies of your resume to the interview, and be prepared to answer ANY question, no matter how big or small, and even if the information is already readily available on your resume. Don’t forget that the biggest thing that is influencing the interviewer is the first impression and not just your qualifications, so it’s important to be polite, courteous, and well spoken.
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October 22, 2009 - 12:24 pm
There’s an old cliche of “Dress for success.” If he came in wearing a buttoned suit and tie, would there be more give from you during the interview? Would you be more open to hearing from him? People underestimate the power of first impressions and the effect they have on others. It is very difficult to overcome a negative first impression, as the person will already be psychologically committed to an opinion. In order to overturn that, you need to convince the person that their first impression was incorrect – and most people, knowingly or not, will defend their own opinions once they’ve already formed.
October 22, 2009 - 1:51 pm
I think I gave him a second chance to make a first impression. I went on after being told that he already did me a favor and sent in his resume. No belt and tie..I didn’t care. I do beleive that even if you’re interviewing at Google, where you wear pijamas to work, you need to dress professionally. I honestly think that one of those firms on long island would be a better fit for someone like Mr. Harry Johnson. A friend of mine went to an interview there, he walks in and the CEO sitting there with cargo shorts on and beach slippers.
October 25, 2009 - 4:12 am
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October 25, 2009 - 10:51 am
=)))
October 25, 2009 - 10:40 pm
Да, Именно так и было!:))
October 26, 2009 - 1:09 am
Всем трудно…
October 26, 2009 - 3:31 am
Так зачитался, что пропустил бы футбол
October 26, 2009 - 6:52 am
Спасибо за инфу!
October 26, 2009 - 11:10 am
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October 26, 2009 - 1:32 pm
Ты как обычно радуешь нас своими лучшими фразами спасибо, беру!
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October 28, 2009 - 9:40 pm
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October 28, 2009 - 11:25 pm
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October 29, 2009 - 4:56 am
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October 29, 2009 - 7:10 pm
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