Interviewer – Why us?
Hearing this question, I was confused whether I landed up in a wrong address or is he trying to give me an advanced warning – “why are you joining us, this is such a hopeless place?”. I looked around and made sure I am at the right address, so obviously he is giving a warning about his place!
I am sure in many interviews you might have faced this question. For me, whenever I hear this question I go through the above emotions, trying to find out what the interviewer is trying to get from me. From my perspective this question is asked from a totally wrong angle. I believe the world has changed a lot, organizations have changed a lot and people’s perspective have changed a lot. So instead of confusing and giving warning signals to your candidates, you should inspire them by telling how good your organization is, so that it gives a warmth feeling in the candidates’ mind joining you. Your approach should persuade him to join the organization.
Ah yes, coming back to our interview, you guessed it right, the next question is – “Why you?”
And now I leave the thought to you….