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Snoopy



Joined: 13 Jul 2003
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PostPosted: Fri Apr 16, 2004 7:06 pm    Post subject: Interview questions Reply with quote

What is the worst question you have been asked at interview? Recently, I was asked: “Do you see this post as your last step down to retirement?” I can do the job at least as well as the next person, who would be younger and cheaper. Anyhow, all being well, I am off to Thailand shortly.
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gypsy trader



Joined: 19 Dec 2003
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PostPosted: Sat Apr 17, 2004 1:09 am    Post subject: Worst Question Reply with quote

Let's see...

#1. What's your age? Oh, you're too old. Sorry, so sorry I can't hire you. (This was one of the first questions I was asked during a recent interview. Never mind about experience or qualifications.)

#2. Can you teach?

#3. Do you have children, any belongings, the list goes on and on.

#4. The most recent interview I think I asked too many questions and the director finally admitted he was probably going to hire another person. Oh well.

Sure am learning alot dealing with this whole process. It's all I can do to be patient some days and I suppose it's wearing a bit thin...I'd just like to know what is legal for the school to ask during the interview.
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ls650



Joined: 10 May 2003
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Location: British Columbia

PostPosted: Sat Apr 17, 2004 3:36 am    Post subject: Re: Worst Question Reply with quote

gypsy trader wrote:
#1. What's your age? Oh, you're too old. Sorry, so sorry I can't hire you. (This was one of the first questions I was asked during a recent interview. Never mind about experience or qualifications.)


How about "What's your religion?"

Now I understand that in some cultures this is considered a perfectly acceptable question - but I wish those same cultures understood that where I come from asking such a personal question will often earn you a punch in the nose!

Another: "Why aren't you married?"
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