The 20 Worst Questions to Ask an Interviewer
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The document lists the 20 worst questions to ask during a job interview, compiled from a survey of over 400 marketing and advertising executives. Questions include inappropriate or irrelevant inquiries such as asking to have a parent present, choosing work hours, and personal preferences about dress code. These questions are considered unprofessional and could negatively impact the candidate's chances of being hired.
The 20 Worst Questions to Ask an Interviewer
- 1. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. The 20 Worst Questions to Ask an Interviewer
- 2. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Can my mom sit in on the interview? 2 #1: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 3. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Do you mind if I stand? 3 #2: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 4. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Can I choose my own hours? 4 #3: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 5. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Can I have my own office? 5 #4: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 6. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Can I bring my kid to work? 6 #5: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 7. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Do I have to dress up? I prefer to wear shorts and flip-flops. 7 #6: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 8. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Is it OK to date coworkers? 8 #7: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 9. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Does the company reimburse employees for gas? 9 #8: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 10. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. How many office parties do you have? 10 #9: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 11. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. What are grounds for termination? 11 #10: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 12. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. When will I get a raise? 12 #11: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 13. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. When can I start taking time off? 13 #12: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 14. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. What’s your favorite song? 14 #13: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 15. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Do you believe in aliens? 15 #14: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 16. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. If you could have any super power, what would it be? 16 #15: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 17. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. What’s your favorite type of pie? 17 #16: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 18. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Is there more than one opening? My friend needs a job. 18 #17: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 19. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Can you give me a ride home? 19 #18: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 20. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Can you be quiet? I have to take a call from another potential employer. 20 #19: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 21. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. Can you just hire me? I really need this job. 21 #20: Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives
- 22. © 2016 The Creative Group. A Robert Half Company. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. All rights reserved. For more career advice, visit creativegroup.com. 22