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Interviewers frequently 
use a conversational

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or open discussion strategy 
to uncover what you know

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about the subject matter at hand 
and to find out

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what your feelings 
may be on something.

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This creates a comfortable atmosphere 
and relieves some of the pressure

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that a straight question 
and answer format can have.

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However it can sometimes 
lull the interviewee

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into an overly high comfort level 
where the guard is let down

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and something negative 
comes out.

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Do not get caught up in a conversation 
which goes nowhere

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and keep your focus 
on the topic.

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Keep your guard up 
and remember

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that you are being evaluated 
and assessed at all times.

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Maintain a positive attitude 
when being asked questions

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designed to uncover 
something negative about you.

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Avoid negativity and put a positive spin 
on your response

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and address how you learned 
and grew.