Humour.
2007-02-17 02:56:52 · 19 answers · asked by julie p 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I sit-in on lots of interviews, and do a lot myself. I have met candidates of all backgrounds, and going for all sorts of positions, but I tend to find the "Funny" ones are the first ones booted out.
A lot of interviews are done Formally, so jokes off-set the mood. If the interviewer is going for formal interview style, your chances are dead.
Humour is a strange thing; Its funny, so to speak. Jokes that some may find funny, others don't. Some jokes are not understood by everyone. It is not a good idea to tell a joke to someone you have only just met, and therefore are not aware of how they would react to something.
Sometimes jokes can break the ice, and help you make an impact. Is the secret to great humour not Timing? Slip in an odd joke if the chance comes up, but don't force it. and make it unbiased, simple, and non-insulting.
One interview I went to, I was directed to the third door on the left. I knocked as I was going in, and the reply came as "Who's there". An instant moment to reply with a simple Knock-knock joke. Justin, I replied, Justin who; Justin to help you increase your sales figures.
2007-02-17 04:31:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a time and place to project a sense of humor. Knowing when and where to use humor is an art. Humor is a great way to 'break the ice' in an interview setting. Be careful though. You want to put your interviewer at ease and put your personal power to work for you.
2007-02-17 03:14:12 · answer #2 · answered by WVJaybird 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Show them that you have a sense of humour but try not to go over the top because they might just think your silly.
2007-02-17 03:01:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
have you seen pursuit of happiness? in that movie will smith's character demonstrates how to be light and funny in a serious work atmosphere. When he is put on the stop he answers questions such as, "What would you say if i hired someone who walked in here without a shirt on?" by saying "well he must have some pretty nice pants on." i thought his response was brilliant and i always wanted to have have smart quirky sense of humor in the work place. Check out the movie if you haven't, because it might give you some good pointers.
at work you must balance humor and work ethics.
2007-02-17 03:04:03 · answer #4 · answered by kay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
particular, truthfully deliver an e mail, or much greater valuable, a written letter to the government pointing out which you're very fascinated in the interest. Thank her or him for the interview and reiterate your adventure and talents. sturdy success.
2016-11-23 14:57:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
be yourself ! but not to much.
I sometimes put a joke answer in, but make sure it's not using any innapropriate lanuguage. and not over the top.
after all the people interviewing you are human, as are you.
it may slightly relax everyone.
don't go over the top
2007-02-17 03:01:56 · answer #6 · answered by weezyb 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't go out of your way to do this. Most employers want to know, first of all, that they are hiring someone who has a professional attitude.
2007-02-17 03:01:40 · answer #7 · answered by Well, said Alberto 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes why not, but don't be breaking out any crude jokes or anything because you won't get the job!, just keep it simple.
:D
2007-02-17 03:00:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can do it within the context of the interview. Don't do any stand-up comedy, or crude, dirty jokes.
2007-02-17 03:02:35 · answer #9 · answered by Beau R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you'll be working for the Federal Government then No it is not good idea.
2007-02-17 03:05:47 · answer #10 · answered by Rosie the Riviter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋