Job interview and Work: First impressions

First impressions

By Anonymous - 14/01/2011 07:51 - Australia

Today, I had my first job interview in months. The interviewer started by introducing herself and asking how I was. I got caught between introducing myself and telling her how I was and replied, "I'm Kate thanks." FML

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By Anonyme - 29/05/2012 10:19

Today, I went to my first ever job interview, in a totally stressed out state. The employer's first question was: "What's your name?" I forgot. FML

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Am I hired?

By KLM - 14/08/2024 14:00 - United Kingdom - Manchester

Today, I had a job interview. As I walked in, I confidently shook the interviewer's hand, only to say, "I'm doing well, how are you?" before she'd even asked me how I was, or even said anything. The rest of the interview was pretty much a blur of awkwardness. FML

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By theothercassie - 10/02/2011 14:55

Today, I reported in for my first day at work. When I walked in they asked "Who are you?" I answered "Cassie, it's my first day today" with a huge smile. They'd meant to call and offer the job to the other Cassie they interviewed. FML

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Riveting

By Kebabjoon - 29/04/2011 11:36 - Spain

Today, I had my first job interview for eight months. My interviewer noticeably yawned during my reply to the first question. FML

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Wurdz is hard

By Anonymous - 18/07/2024 12:00 - Ireland

Today, during a job interview, the interviewer asked me to "tell me a little about myself." Nervous, I started with, "Well, I was born at a very young age…" I'm pretty sure I won’t get the job. FML

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Not a good sign

By DeepFriedZombie - 09/08/2016 00:18

Today, I went to my first job interview. I didn't think I was doing too badly, until the interviewer said, "Wait a second, you're in high school?" I explained that the guy who'd called me had said that this wouldn't be a problem. I then watched as my interviewer left his desk to "deal" with him. FML

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By s13495 - 24/10/2013 15:52 - United Kingdom - Hull

Today, I had my first interview in over a year. I panicked and passed out. FML

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Honest

By Anonymous - 04/09/2024 22:00 - Australia

Today, I had a job interview that I really wanted to nail. Everything was great until the interviewer asked me why I left my last job. I meant to say, "I felt it was time for a new challenge," but instead I said, "I felt tired of pretending to care." The look on their face was priceless. Needless to say, but I don't think I'll get the job. FML

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By Username - 12/05/2011 06:17

Today, I called a possible employer I had an interview with about a week ago to see if I had got the job that I have already been trained for. Her response? "Are you sure I interviewed you?" FML

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My name is?

By Victoria - 18/09/2019 06:00 - Australia - Perth

Today, while interviewing for a job, I was greeted by the interviewer with a handshake and a greeting of, "Hello Victoria, my name is Bill." I responded with, "Hello. My name is Bill." I think it's safe to assume I didn't get the job. FML

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FYLDeep 25

Friday 14 January 2011 12:07

Well that sounds weird but it shouldn't have killed the interview by any means.

dragonaair 5

Friday 14 January 2011 13:51

It sounds like she was just saying her name and thanking the interviewer, which is not a big deal.

Comments

mdkid97 0

Friday 14 January 2011 12:37

you should have givin her a peta-smile ;)

Skodos_fml 0

Friday 14 January 2011 12:42

Well, did you get the job?

stevenmx86 7

Friday 14 January 2011 12:47

Lol I'm sure she understood you were a tad nervous and probably just chuckled at that.

cab227 2

Friday 14 January 2011 12:52

how is this an FML?

sk3l370n 0

Friday 14 January 2011 13:07

Dont worry, retarded people get jobs more easily these days

GawZ 0

Friday 14 January 2011 14:54

win

debbster7 18

Friday 14 January 2011 13:10

This isn't much of an FML. It happens too often and is only briefly embarrassing. You deserve it for being dumb and posting it on here.

PeteyPablo12308 20

Friday 14 January 2011 13:14

That's really not that bad...

SirEBC 7

Friday 14 January 2011 14:36

Well actually, 20, it is in indeed an FML, seeing as how it was submitted and confirmed. Do I sense animosity that perhaps may be due to the fact that 8 of yours have failed to be confirmed? Are you upset that your misfortunes aren't even worthy of being mocked and laughed at?

BellaGoBoom 6

Friday 14 January 2011 15:48

^win

nathan5 0

Friday 14 January 2011 16:03

I believe sirEBC has just won whatever it is a'^win' gets you. I heard it was an all inclusive trip to The Bahamas but budget cutbacks from FML headquarters have lessened the prize somewhat..

sourgirl101 28

Friday 14 January 2011 13:21

"I'm Kate, (good), thanks." Is that the problem? That you didn't answer how you were doing? Most interviewers would understand that people get nervous during an interview. I think you're making a bigger deal than it really is.

Skodos_fml 0

Friday 14 January 2011 13:23

Agreed!

DocBastard 38

Friday 14 January 2011 13:28

And then you continued with "oh my god I'm so stupid why did I say that I'm so sorry oh no I have to go now!!" How about finishing the sentence with "...for giving me the opportunity to talk with you today." Then you'd be in great shape. Unless your name isn't Kate...