Dumb it down

By alejandro38 - This FML is from back in 2010 but it's good stuff - United States

Today, I had an interview. I didn't get the job because apparently customers might not understand me, since I "talk too good." I just graduated with an English degree. FML
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ArtIsResistance7 1

Maybe you offended the interviewer with your fancy jargon and flashy degree. Reach for new goals! Although, with an English degree, there isn't much hope.

zeebug 0

Actually, an English degree is very versatile. It can be used in almost all lines of work. It basically teaches you how to think well. You learn critical thinking skills, analytical skills, communication skills, and the ability to read and write well. All of the above are an important foundation for any career. The rest is just training, which most jobs do anyways.

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Chrisskiies 0

I laugh at the spaniard thing, because spaniards don't call themselves spaniards. Trust me, I've met quite a few at work. The only people I have met that refer to themselves as spaniards or having spaniard blood, are mexicans, or people from any central, and south American country that was once ruled by Spain a couple hundred years ago lol. Oh and how can I "shut it" if I have not said anything, im simply typing, texting. lol gtfo :) lol

FFML_314 11

Lol, Chris you now have to repost I don't think she will scroll down and read that. By the way I like that no matter what you always throw in an "lol" when you're talking.

proper Spanish? the correct way is "sabes que estúpida te viste?" don't simply use a dictionary or a translator :S

Chrisskiies 0

Well I don't have or wear panties so your argument there is invalid with me :D lol.

TheDrifter 23

Silly lib arts major. Didn't your fancy university classes teach you that "equal opportunity" means whites need not apply? Just go apply for the same sort of job on the other side of town. This one was obviously looking for a reason not to hire you.

RedPillSucks 31

How do you know the OP is white? Outside of your limited world, there are lots of non-white people with very good vocabulary/grammar. Get a clue please.

calm downnnn! X) hahah jk but that's a bxtch! ;o

sorry are you sure your command of language is good. graduated with "an English degree"?!

seizetheday_fml 4

Saying "an English degree" is the same as saying "majored in English studies" or "English Bachelor's degree". We all know that the OP meant thier major was English, not that they had a degree written in English. I hope that's what you were trying to get at, because there is nothing else wrong with that phrase. :)

You just dodged a bullet. That job was clearly not a good fit. Who would want a moron for a boss?