CareerInterviews
#RI-69aa7c52·5 months ago·
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“Answering job interview questions authentically”
What Actually Happened
I was asked 'Why do you want to work here?' and I answered honestly about being on the verge of homelessness. I got rejected as a result.
What I wish I knew
"Answer more carefully in job interviews"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Be honest but tactful in job interviews"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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Career Category
6,107
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
44%
of Career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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