Most of us have given at least one interview at some point of time or the other in our lives.
And we know it ain’t easy.
I mean, what do you expect us to say when the interviewer asks ‘Why should we hire you?’
However, what we often to tend to forget is the fact that the interviewing process is equally hectic for the interviewer as well.
As was highlighted by one Twitter user called Ravina Rawal recently, when she took to the social networking website to vent her frustration via a series of tweets.
Not to sound like a matron of discipline, but I’m genuinely appalled at their complete disregard for etiquette and unwillingness to hustle.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Agreed, if you’re cancelling your interview, at least do it with some class.
But bro, if you’re cancelling an interview, don’t (a) WhatsApp me (b) to say that you’re hungover.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
And definitely don’t go looking for a bromance.
Also, DON’T CALL ME BRO WHEN I’M INTERVIEWING YOU.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
If you’re bringing a hard copy of your CV, great. PLEASE ensure that it is (a) thoroughly spellchecked and (b) not severely crumpled.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Okay, that’s just plain creepy.
When I ask you how old you are, responding with “How old are YOU? ” is far from appropriate.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
And seriously, that’s some next level optimism.
When I offer you tea/coffee/water, asking for juice is the wrong kinda ambitious. You’re here for an interview, not a food tasting.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
When I quiz you about something that concerns me on your CV, don’t tell me you’ve looked mine up and “we’re basically the same”. You’re 22.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Also, you might be a big fan of babaji ki booty, but not everybody shares your enthusiasm.
DON’T come stoned. YOU think you’re a “functional junkie”/”more creative” when high, but those aren’t sentences you’re making. Theyre sounds
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Your previous boss might’ve been the devil personified, but kindly refrain from bitching about them in a new job interview.
Don’t bitch endlessly about your former boss. “We didn’t get along” or “it wasn’t working out” is enough.
“He was an asshole” is too much.— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Interview se pehle ek shower toh banta hai yaar. After all, a deodorant can only do so much.
PLEASE look like you’ve showered at some point in the last 24 hours. Comb your hair. Cut your nails. Don’t wear rubber chappals.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
If I give you a quick assignment/copy test, I’m testing you on a key skill I need you to have. Saying “do I have to?” is just…
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
“Is it cool if I freelance on the side?”
(a) NO, DUDE. And (b) if your side hustle was working, you wouldn’t be applying for a main squeeze— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Friendship goals.
If you’re coming for an interview with a friend, no problem, but when there’s only one opening, don’t give the package deal ultimatum.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Asking your potential employer about future job opportunities?
Smooth AF.
Also, if you sense that the interview is going badly, I’m the wrong person to say “Can you hook me up with AIB or EIC?” to on your way out.
— Ravina Rawal (@RavinaRawal) July 20, 2017
Don’t worry Ravina. We understand your pain. This too shall pass, even though many who’d applied might not.
