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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.
