In what ways can we distinguish between a human and bot behavior?

To what extent does knowing a job applicant wants to be famous turn you off?

• Let’s presume that he/she is mid-twenties or older -- the prefrontal cortex is fully developed, a measure of experience in the work world has been attained, and there is no history of misconduct -- and at least two ways exist by which you could learn of this aspiration: 1) You ask the job applicant, “What are your goals in life?” and he/she responds, “To be famous,” “To write a best-selling autobiography,” etc. 2) The job applicant does not bring fame into the conversation -- and you have not asked the applicant, “Do you want to be famous?” -- but you know from an Internet search that the applicant pretty much seeks attention by commenting under his/her real name on various news websites. Do you see that overt aspiration to fame as a refreshing display of moxie in a seemingly unmotivated Generation Y, or do you see that as gadfly behavior typical of a Millennial punk? Note: I distinguish fame from other aspirations such as raising a family, volunteerism, etc. because knowledge about a more specific dimension helps everyone be more precise in their image branding strategies. Thank you for your answers and comments!

• Answer:

  I'd agree with - I don't think there's anything wrong per se with wanting to be famous or write an autobiography that everyone wants to buy, but the true answer to the question in your penultimate paragraph (refreshing display of moxie v. gadfly Millenial punk) will come from whether he/she has a plan for achieving that goal or not. I would argue strongly that the premise of your point about seeking attention by commenting online is incorrect and unfounded, though.