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Stress interview – this is a interview, in which one tries to make the candidate lose his balance, to put in a situation where he feels uncomfortable or just do something that the applicant is not ready.
It is believed that the stress interview is useful for the interviewee who in the future will have to deal with stress. This method throws the man “mask” off showing his “true face”, which allows to judge more accurately whether he is suitable for a certain position or not.
For example, the manager needs aggressiveness, whether the Officer of Public Relations- resourcefulness, and tolerance.
Now this type of methods of conducting interviews are used in the IT field.
So, let’s find out how the stress interview is being conducted.
1. It starts even before, as you enter
One of the common ways of causing stress is to “pickle” the person before the interview. In this case, you have to decide for yourself in advance, how long is the waiting time for this vacancy and, do you want to sit out this time. You can take a book to be on the safe side.
2. To fill the questionnaire out in uncomfortable conditions.
This technique, even in Men in Black was mentioned as the way out – make yourself comfortable (who does not remember – here in the fourth minute from).
3. The interview may be conducted in the uncomfortable room
– Too bright or dark, stuffy / cold, smoky, etc. To this you should just be ready.
4. In the process of the interview
There may be asked unexpected questions,
Dramatically can be changed the pace, tone or recruiter’s passion to talk – that is, he can just think over something, distract his attention on other things or make a call to someone.
Thus, universal recipe – be quiet and polite. You can make concessions or not, but the politeness, even gloomy, should not leave you. Remember, you can always put an end to everything – just saying goodbye to tactless or rude interviewer.
