By strokesie - 03/07/2013 06:56 - United States - Columbus

Today, I had a job interview. All was going well until the interviewer asked me, "So, why should we hire you?" Without thinking, I blurted out, "Because, I'm awesome!" Don't think I'll be getting that one. FML
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strokesie tells us more.

Hey, OP here. After I said that, the interviewer busted out laughing- so there's a plus. She also said something along the lines of "Ya know, nobody says that sort of thing. Usually it's the boring 'I really need a job' type. But not you!" And laughed some more. I really need this job though, I've applied everywhere and this place is the first to call me. I won't know if I got it or not until next week, so I'm crossing my fingers!

Top comments

Pwn17 25

That should be more than enough to give you the job.

kathryn14 19

I would hire you on the spot.

Comments

Just depends on what kind of job you were interviewing for, and the interviewer's sense of humor! If I'd liked a candidate so far a quip like that wouldn't turn me off. A sense of humor can lead to more easygoing business relationships, which can be a plus in many industries. As long as you followed it with legit reasons to hire you, I think you're good!

This is too funny, I hired someone about a month ago that said the same thing. I'd never heard anyone say it before and I always look for unique response instead of "I'm a hard worker." It made her seem confident and funny. She ended up being totally awesome.

I wouldn't worry too much. It's much better than the standard "Because I am working so hard, and I am such a good team player, yadda yadda yadda..." Everybody says that. Think of something on your own, be honest, show some self-confidence and most importantly - be able to defend what you say. If the interviewer is good and not just looking for a slave-drone, you should be fine. In my last interview I had a completely different view of how certain processes should be implemented as one of the highest-ranking managers of the company and argued against him. That was essentially what got me the job. I wish you good luck!

I hate that question...it decides a yes or a no...

I hope you do get the job because clearly you are AWESOME lol

You're confident, the get a job you need that characteristic. :p

amy6703 6

Confidence is always a plus. If you have the right qualifications, you should still get the job.

I said that and I got the job! lol I guess it's all in the delivery.

I can't say YDI or FYL on this one because I don't know what type of job you applied for. If the place was strictly professional then I would say YDI, but if its a more laid back kind of job, then FYL, even though it wouldn't be that bad.