For many job seekers, one of the harshest realities is never hearing back after applying for numerous positions. That makes the rare occasions when you do get a response all the more valuable. However, getting invited to a job interview can still be a nerve-wracking experience, especially after going through countless applications to land the opportunity.
With so much riding on these interviews, you certainly don’t want to risk blowing your chances. That’s exactly what happened to one person who fell for the infamous ‘receptionist trick.’
It turns out, job interviews can come with unexpected “tests” from hiring managers, adding another layer of complexity to an already stressful situation.
Here’s another tip to keep in mind: an expert explains why you should always ask for a drink if it’s offered to you during a job interview.
Employment coach Jackie Racine suggests that if you’re offered a drink during a job interview, you should always accept.
The reasoning behind this advice lies in behavioral science, specifically the “Ben Franklin effect,” which states that when someone does a favor for you, they tend to like you more afterward. By accepting the drink, you’re allowing the interviewer to do something kind for you, which might make them feel more positively toward you, potentially boosting your chances in the interview.
It seems there are plenty of tips, tricks, and potential pitfalls related to drinks during job interviews.
One interviewer had a method known as the “coffee test,” where he would take candidates on a tour of the workplace, inevitably ending up in the kitchen for a coffee. The “test” came when the mug was empty, he would observe whether the candidate took it back to the kitchen to be washed, with the correct response being to do so.
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In contrast, Steve Jobs had a unique approach to interviews, often inviting candidates out for a beer to get to know them outside the formal setting. The idea was to help them relax, allowing him to ask the more insightful, revealing questions once they were at ease.
