Why Job Interviews Are So Fake? (What You Can Do About It)

Job interviews are one of the most nerve-wracking experiences in life. You walk into a room and are immediately put on the spot, under bright lights and with someone who seems to be judging you. It almost seems like an unnatural interaction, or in other words, FAKE.

So are job interviews fake? Job interviews seem fake because they are not trying to get to know you as a person, they are trying to put you in a pressure situation to make sure you’re the right fit for the job. This is done by testing your knowledge, skills and abilities under pressure.

Below we will go over this in a little bit more depth.

1. They Are Designed To Get You Flustered

Job interviews are designed to trip you up. The interviewer wants to see how you react under pressure, how you think on your feet, and how you handle difficult questions.

They’re not interested in getting to know the real you; they’re interested in seeing how well you perform under stress. That’s why so many job interviewers ask seemingly random or irrelevant questions; they’re trying to catch you off guard.

2. The questions are often leading.

In addition to being designed to trip you up, many job interview questions are also leading. The interviewer isn’t looking for an honest answer; they’re looking for a specific answer that they can use to compare candidates.

For example, if the interviewer asks “What would you say is your greatest weakness?” they’re not looking for an honest answer about your weaknesses. They’re usually looking for something like “I’m a perfectionist” or “I work too hard.”

3. You’re being judged on your appearance

Appearance matters in job interviews, whether we like it or not. Studies have shown that interviewers make snap judgments about candidates based on their looks, and those judgments can influence the outcome of the interview.

If you don’t believe me, just try Googling “first impressions matter.” You’ll find articles upon articles about the importance of first impressions in job interviews (and other situations).

So What Can You Do To Combat This?

Now that we’ve established that job interviews are, in fact, fake, what can you do about it? How can you combat the fakeness and give yourself the best chance of success?

Here are a few tips:

1. Do your research.

The best way to combat the fakeness of job interviews is to be prepared. Do your research about the company, the position, and the interviewer. The more you know, the less fake the situation will feel.

Indeed is a good resource if you’re being interviewed by a well-known company especially. They will give you an idea of what to expect.

2. Be yourself.

This may sound cliche, but it’s important. The more genuine and authentic you can be in an interview, the better. Don’t try to be someone you’re not, and don’t try to give the “perfect” answer to every question. Be honest, be yourself, and let your personality shine through.

3. Ask questions.

Asking questions shows that you’re interested in the position and the company. It also allows you to get more information about the job and the interviewer. Asking questions will help to make the interview feel more like a conversation and less like an interrogation.

5. Take Care Of Your Appearance Before Hand

The better you look, the more confident you will feel going into the interview. When you keep up with yourself looks wise, you give off the impression that you also take care of yourself in other areas of your life (including your work responsibilities).

4. Relax.

Last but not least, try to relax. Job interviews are stressful, but they don’t have to be. Remember that an interviewer is just a person, and they’re not out to get you. They’re just trying to find the best candidate for the job. So take a deep breath, relax, and do your best.

In summary

Yes, job interviews are fake. But that doesn’t mean they’re not important. Job interviews are a necessary evil in the job search process, and they’re not going anywhere anytime soon.

It’s important to keep in mind that not all job interviews are like this so keep an open mind that the interview may be more conversational than you think. If it is more like an interrogation, don’t get frazzled, just do your best to answer the questions honestly and be yourself.

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