An applicant should preface their answer to some of these age-related interview questions with a polite but firm, "Same as anyone else would," followed by a sincere and confident response. The interviewer would get the message that their not-so-subtle ageism was not so subtle — and that the applicant is savvy enough to recognize a perceived shortcoming and turn it to their advantage.
Great tips on questions people might expect! It's always good to be prepared.
I just happened to see something on Twitter about how people interviewing for jobs should be given the questions in advance, which would more accurately reflect what they'd have to do on the job (for most jobs). Interesting idea, but I doubt many people will take that up!
An applicant should preface their answer to some of these age-related interview questions with a polite but firm, "Same as anyone else would," followed by a sincere and confident response. The interviewer would get the message that their not-so-subtle ageism was not so subtle — and that the applicant is savvy enough to recognize a perceived shortcoming and turn it to their advantage.
That’s a great point, Bill. We always have to find opportunities to take the power back in these situations.
Great tips on questions people might expect! It's always good to be prepared.
I just happened to see something on Twitter about how people interviewing for jobs should be given the questions in advance, which would more accurately reflect what they'd have to do on the job (for most jobs). Interesting idea, but I doubt many people will take that up!
It would be great to get the questions in advance, wouldn't it? But I don't think that will happen in most situations.
Yes, highly unlikely — which makes your list all the more useful.