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As a former interviewer, I too have been watching this with interest.
I've noticed that those things that some like, others do not.
When I would interview, I always took into consideration that it was
as much my responsibility to create an appropriate interview as it was
the interviewee's responsibility to answer my questions appropriately.
I also realize, however, that many interviewers hardly agree with my
position.
I guess it's all a matter of meeting the needs of your audience.
Oh, and just for the record, my least favorite interview question is
"Why are manhole covers round?" and any other variation on that
question.
My favorite question? "Do you have any questions or is there anything
else I should know?" That is often my tie-breaker question if I have
two closely aligned and talented people. You can tell a lot about the
person by what they want to know about you and the company.
Dave
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