A hiring manager has revealed her unconventional interview technique designed to expose candidates' true character, bypassing rehearsed answers to standard questions. The recruiter, whose husband shared her methods on Reddit, prefers to ask unexpected questions that catch interviewees off guard.
According to the post, the manager's favourite question is, 'What do you do in your spare time?' This seemingly innocent query can uncover hidden commitments or conflicting interests, such as a candidate claiming open availability while having time-consuming hobbies. The husband explained that his wife uses this to assess whether the candidate truly fits the company culture.
In one instance, the manager discovered a candidate's real passion was returning to plus-size modelling, making the job a temporary compromise. The recruiter also posed a moral dilemma: whether the candidate would sell a harmful product to a customer. Those willing to prioritise profit over customer welfare were automatically disqualified.
The husband advised job seekers to be cautious of casual questions, as interviewers may be evaluating personality and character beyond the CV. He emphasised that cultural fit can be as important as work history. However, some Reddit users criticised the approach, with one commenting that they would dislike working in a place that plays such 'little games'.
