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INTERVIEW THE INTERVIEWER

? Memorably Bad Question

#3
Will they fire me for not wearing any underwear? My last
boss was very upset when he found out, and I want to get the
issue out of the way early.
I, usually of many words, was speechless.
Susan Trainer
Senior Information Systems Recruiter
RJS Associates
Hartford, CT

6-6
Tell me about your career choice. How did you get into recruiting?
Just as the recruiter is screening you, let the recruiter know you are
screening him or her. Learn more about his or her skill level and expe-
rience as a recruiter. If the recruiter has less than two years of experi-
ence, he or she is still in the process of learning the trade.

6-7
When will I find out the name of the principal or client company?
A relationship between a recruiter and a candidate should be built on a
foundation of trust, honesty, and respect. Most recruiters will provide
client information to you right after they have presented your résumé
to the client. If the recruiter will not agree to these terms, you should
question the recruiter’s reasons for withholding the information and de-
cide if you want this person to represent you.
6-8
May I have a written job description?
It probably doesn’t exist, and if it does, you probably won’t get it; but it
pays to ask. If you get something, it will have important information
about required skills, responsibilities, and perhaps even the compensa-
tion package. At the minimum, you need to know the title and level of
the position.

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