We all know that finding a job can be a daunting task and is something many of Americans are struggling with right now.  In my job, I coach people daily on answering questions for an employer in hopes of starting their next career.  I thought I would share a few of the things I have actually heard from people looking for a job.  Enjoy!

  1. “I had a dream last night and God told me to tell you that he compels you to hire me.”
  2. “Is ya’ll hirin?” or “Is ya’ll takin applications?”
  3. To a salon manager: “I mean I don’t feel like I can perform a cut for you today.”
  4. “When can I take vacation?”
  5. When asked what their three weaknesses were: “I drink too much, I smoke too much and I cuss too much.”
  6. “Yea uh entry level positions for that pay $16 – $20 an hour.”  (When it really pays $9 – $10)
  7. To a customer while interviewing for a Pharmacy Technician position at Ingles:  “Let me see that prescription.  Oh yea, I interned at CVS down the street.  They have it there.”  (Manager was pissed to lose that customer)
  8. “Yea I interviewed with ABC Company, I didn’t like the manager there at all…she seemed clueless.” Response from hiring manager: “Yea, she’s my daughter.”
  9. “Do you mind if my boyfriend uses your restroom and waits in the lobby?”
  10. “I’m sorry what was the position again?”
  11. “Can you make my schedule match the bus schedule?”
  12. “My child is super quiet….can he come to work with me?”
  13. “Um, no one would work here for THAT pay.  Gimmie $1 more and I will think about it.”

What Stupid Job Interview Questions have You Heard?

I know I’m not the only one who hears these dumb responses during a job interview. What have you heard? Drop down into the comment section, join in and share with me…