Interview Etiquette - Bad Example

Summary

Barbara, a candidate with extensive logistics experience, interviews for a job. She discusses her ability to update her skills, particularly in ERP applications, and her preference for working independently. The interview covers her limited team project experience, her interest in benefits like dental plans for her son's braces, and the possibility of working from home. She is unable to provide recent references but offers contacts from her previous employment. The interviewer promises to follow up after completing all interviews.

Takeaways

• 😀 The interviewee, Barbara, has extensive experience in logistics.
• 👩‍💼 Barbara is interested in upgrading her skills, particularly in ERP applications, and is willing to take weekend courses.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 She has three children and is primarily focused on managing her time around their schedules.
• 🏢 Barbara prefers working independently, as she finds it more efficient and less reliant on others.
• 🤔 She has not taken the lead on team projects often, mostly working alone in small offices.
• 🦷 Barbara inquires about the dental plan, specifically regarding orthodontics coverage for her son's braces.
• 🏡 She expresses a desire to work from home one day a week to save on daycare costs.
• 👶 Barbara's youngest child is currently in daycare but will be in school next year.
• 🔗 The interviewer requests a list of references from Barbara's previous employment.
• ⏰ The interviewer will be in touch within a week after completing all interviews to discuss further steps.

Q & A

What is Barbara's background in logistics?

Barbara has had experiences in logistics, working in various places since her children started school.

Is Barbara interested in upgrading her skills?

Barbara is open to upgrading her skills, especially in ERP applications, and is willing to take weekend courses if she gets the job.

How does Barbara feel about working with others?

Barbara prefers to work on her own as she feels she can set her own pace and meet deadlines without relying on others.

Has Barbara taken the lead on team projects?

Barbara has mostly worked alone in small offices, so she hasn't had much experience leading team projects.

What is Barbara's concern regarding the job benefits?

Barbara is concerned about the dental plan and whether it covers braces for her son who will need them in the near future.

What is the company's policy on orthodontics coverage?

The company's dental plan covers orthodontics, but only for full-time staff members.

Does Barbara have the possibility to work from home?

Barbara inquires about the possibility of working from home one day a week to save money on daycare costs for her youngest child.

What is the company's response to Barbara's request to work from home?

The interviewer does not directly respond to Barbara's request to work from home but acknowledges her interest in the role.

Why does Barbara want to provide references from her past work before having children?

Barbara is unsure if her most recent company can provide references, so she suggests providing references from a company she worked with before having children.

How does the interview conclude?

The interview concludes with the interviewer stating they will be in touch within a week after finishing all interviews and Barbara expressing her desire to hear back soon.

What is the status of Barbara's youngest child regarding school?

Barbara's youngest child is currently in daycare but will be in school next year.