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Education and Skills Didn't Matter

Share Your Story: Bad Interview Stories

From BeattyJA

What Happened During The Interview?

I recently interviewed with a VP and Director. The VP told me I was an 8 out of 10 for experience, skills, & knowledge.

How Did the Interview Turn Out?

Met with hiring Director and before he took his seat told me "I'll be straight with you. You haven't worked in over 3 years and don't believe you can keep the pace of this job". He agreed that I had the education, skills, knowledge, and education but that didn't matter.

Advice

  • His mind was made up before the interview.

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