I was asked in a job interview if i make mistakes. i answered " i dont make mistakes". it just came out of my mouth without thinking. maybe b/c i was nervous. obviously everybody make mistakes. is this a bad answer? what would the interviewer think of me?
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Answer:
horrible answer - it's obviously untrue - the interviewer either thinks you're lying or you think he/she is stupid correct answer: Sure I make mistakes, but I err on the side of caution and I rarely make the same mistake twice. I don't get down on my mistakes. I use them as a teachable event, learn and move on. I also take my lumps when I need to and don't mind eating crow if the mistake is customer facing. Anyone that tells you they don't isn't someone I would want to work with.
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Other answers
It sounds a little arrogant, but it would depend on the interviewer and how seriously they took your answer. It would also depend on the attitude you put across - the way you spoke, the way you sat, and so on. The interviewer would be looking at all these things. He/she may have also picked up your nervous state and knew you were trying your best to show them you were wanting the job. I hope you get it. Good luck!
greyark
Yeah, that's not a very good answer. They will probably think you are arrogant, lying, or irresponsible with admitting your errors. Yeah... the expression, 'think before you speak' should definitely be used during interviews.
Lizzygirl
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