THE Millennial Job Interview

The Shorts Channel by DRM

24 Oct 201702:51

Summary

TLDRIn this humorous and satirical dialogue, Amy interviews for a job, revealing her lack of proficiency in essential office software and unconventional work habits. She expresses a preference for social media platforms and late work hours, which clashes with the job's requirements for early starts and traditional skills. Despite her lack of professionalism, Amy seems unaware of her shortcomings and even questions if she is being fired. The exchange highlights a generational and cultural disconnect between Amy and the interviewer.

Takeaways

😀 The character Amy is portrayed as being proficient in social media platforms such as Snapchat, Pinterest, Instagram, and Vine.
🤔 Amy admits to not being adept at Excel, PowerPoint, or Publisher, indicating a lack of proficiency in traditional office software.
📱 Amy suggests using Siri for research tasks, implying a reliance on voice assistants for work-related queries.
⏰ The character expresses difficulty with starting work at 8:00 AM, due to a late-night routine and preference for working later in the day.
📅 Amy's morning routine includes a Skype call with a French boyfriend, visiting Starbucks, and ordering a specific chai tea latte.
🕒 Amy mentions working best at 10:45 AM, which conflicts with the 8:00 AM start time mentioned earlier.
🚫 The interviewee expresses a negative attitude towards the potential employer's expectations, suggesting a mismatch in work culture fit.
😓 Amy feels unsafe and unappreciated during the interview, citing a lack of validation and encouragement from the interviewer.
🤯 The character considers taking a mental health day off, indicating a high level of stress or discomfort with the interview situation.
🙅‍♀️ Amy is told she is not a good fit for the job, and the interviewer expresses a definitive end to the potential employment relationship.
🔚 The interview concludes with Amy being effectively dismissed from consideration for the position, highlighting a breakdown in communication and expectations.

Q & A

What technology skills does Amy claim to have?
-Amy claims to be proficient in social media platforms such as Snapchat, Pinterest, Instagram, Vine, and Twitter.
Why does the interviewer question Amy's technology skills?
-The interviewer questions Amy's technology skills because they require someone adept at Excel and PowerPoint, which Amy admits she is not proficient in.
What does the interviewer require from Amy in terms of research skills?
-The interviewer requires Amy to have strong research skills to comb through information sent to her and provide answers promptly.
What does Amy suggest as a method to find answers for the interviewer?
-Amy suggests using Siri to find answers, implying that she would rely on voice-activated assistance for research.
What time does the interviewer expect Amy to be ready to work?
-The interviewer expects Amy to be ready to work at 8:00 sharp each morning.
Why does Amy find it difficult to start work at 8:00 AM?
-Amy finds it difficult to start work at 8:00 AM because she stays up late Skyping with her French boyfriend until 3:00 AM and doesn't get to Starbucks until around 10:00 AM.
What beverage does Amy order at Starbucks?
-Amy orders a grande chai tea latte with three pumps of skim milk, light water, 2% foam, and requests it to be extra hot but not too hot.
What time does Amy claim to work best?
-Amy claims to work best at 10:45 AM.
Why does the interviewer believe that Amy may not be a good fit for the job?
-The interviewer believes Amy may not be a good fit because of her late start time and the perceived lack of seriousness about the job requirements.
How does Amy react to the interviewer's negative feedback?
-Amy reacts defensively, sensing hostility, and feeling unsafe, even asking to speak to the HR director.
What does Amy suggest she might need to do after the interview?
-Amy suggests she might need to take the day off as a mental health day.
What is the final outcome of the interview according to the script?
-The final outcome is that the interviewer fires Amy, as she does not meet the job requirements or the work ethic expected.

Outlines

00:00

🤔 Interviewee's Tech Proficiency and Morning Routine

The dialogue starts with an interviewer acknowledging Amy's technology skills, specifically in social media platforms like Snapchat, Pinterest, Instagram, and Twitter. The interviewer expresses the need for research skills, as Amy will be required to comb through information and report back. Amy suggests using Siri for assistance. The conversation then shifts to Amy's morning routine, which includes a late-night Skype session with her French boyfriend, a late start to her day, and a specific order at Starbucks. The interviewer expresses concern about Amy's unsuitability for a job that requires early mornings, leading to a tense exchange where Amy feels unsafe and unappreciated, ultimately resulting in her being dismissed from the interview.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Technology

Technology refers to the tools, systems, and methods used to solve problems and accomplish tasks more efficiently. In the script, the character Amy is questioned about her proficiency in technology, specifically in social media platforms like Snapchat, Pinterest, Instagram, and Twitter, which are central to the theme of modern communication and job skills.

💡Excel

Excel is a widely used spreadsheet program developed by Microsoft for organizing, analyzing, and storing data in tables. The script implies that Amy is not adept at Excel, which is a common requirement for data management and analysis in professional settings.

💡PowerPoint

PowerPoint is a presentation software used for creating visual aids and slide shows. The character's lack of proficiency in PowerPoint suggests a gap in skills related to visual communication, which is a key aspect of professional presentations.

💡Publisher

Publisher is a desktop publishing software for creating professional-quality marketing materials and publications. Amy's admission of not being 'really' proficient in Publisher indicates a potential limitation in her ability to produce print-ready materials, which is relevant to the theme of diverse technological skills required in the workplace.

💡Research Skills

Research skills involve the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret information. The script emphasizes the importance of these skills for Amy's potential job, as she is expected to comb through materials and provide answers, which is a critical component of information synthesis and understanding.

💡Siri

Siri is a virtual assistant developed by Apple for its devices, capable of performing tasks through voice commands. In the script, Amy suggests using Siri to find information, highlighting the reliance on technology for assistance and the potential for automation in research tasks.

💡Work Schedule

A work schedule outlines the times during which an employee is expected to be working. The script discusses a conflict in work schedules, with Amy preferring to start later in the day, which contrasts with the employer's expectation of being ready to work at 8:00 AM, illustrating the theme of work-life balance and personal preferences in professional settings.

💡Chai Tea Latte

A chai tea latte is a popular beverage made with a blend of black tea, spices, and steamed milk. Amy's detailed order at Starbucks serves as a humorous and specific example of her personal preferences and lifestyle, contrasting with the professional setting and expectations of punctuality.

💡Mental Health Day

A mental health day is a day taken off from work to focus on one's mental well-being. Amy's mention of needing a mental health day reflects the importance of self-care and the impact of work environment on personal mental health, which is a significant theme in contemporary workplace discussions.

💡HR Director

An HR director is a senior human resources professional responsible for managing the HR department. Amy's request to speak to the HR director indicates a desire for intervention or support in a professional conflict, which is a common scenario in workplace dynamics.

💡Job Fit

Job fit refers to the compatibility between an individual's skills, personality, and work style with the requirements and culture of a job. The script concludes with a discussion of job fit, where the employer and Amy realize they may not be a good match, which is a central theme in the narrative of job interviews and professional compatibility.

Highlights

Amy's proficiency in technology, specifically in social media platforms like Snapchat, Pinterest, Instagram, Vine, and Twitter.

Amy's lack of experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.

The omission of Facebook from Amy's list of social media skills, suggesting it's considered outdated.

The requirement for research skills to comb through information and provide answers.

Amy's plan to use Siri for finding information and answering questions.

Amy's unsuitability for a job requiring early morning readiness at 8:00 AM.

Amy's late-night routine involving a Skype call with her French boyfriend until 3:00 AM.

Amy's morning routine starting at Starbucks with a specific chai tea latte order.

The revelation that Amy works best at 10:45 AM, conflicting with a standard work schedule.

The interviewee's negative impression of Amy's work ethic and suitability for the job.

Amy's perception of hostility and lack of safety during the interview.

Amy's complaint about not receiving guidance, validation, encouragement, or supervision.

The mention of an HR director as a potential point of contact for Amy's concerns.

Amy's consideration of taking a mental health day off during the interview.

The interviewee's decision to fire Amy, indicating the end of the interview.