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When you're asked in a job interview,

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The video leverages a common psychological principle (scarcity) and applies it to a relatable situation (job interviews), offering actionable, albeit ethically questionable, advice that is likely to generate discussion and engagement.

Summary

This video explains the "scarcity principle" in job interviews, advising candidates to imply they have multiple opportunities to increase their perceived value. The speaker suggests that claiming to be actively interviewing and waiting for other offers makes a candidate more desirable to potential employers.

Structure

1Introduction to the question: "Are you actively interviewing?"
2Explanation of the scarcity principle: humans want what they can't have.
3Consequences of appearing too available: devaluation.
4The strategy: imply you have multiple opportunities.
5The outcome: employers will want to 'sell' you.

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5Things to Lie About in a Job Interview

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When you're asked in a job interview, are you actively interviewing? There's only one way to answer this question. And you can trust me, because I got famous by teaching you all what to lie about in job interviews. I know you've made this mistake before. You've told them that I don't have any other opportunities. I can start on Monday. And you've seen what happens, right? Because here's the truth. Humans want what they cannot have. It's called the scarcity principle. The moment you make yourself seem scarce, they want you more. The moment that you tell them that you are available and you have no other opportunities, they are going to devalue you and think less of you. Because they want candidates that are highly sought after. They want the best. So if you'd like to appear as being the best, you need to tell them that you have many opportunities. And I don't care if you're unemployed, and I don't care if this is your only interview you have scheduled. You need to tell them that you're waiting for an offer from their competitor. And watch them go from interviewing you to selling you.

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🤥Are you really lying if you tell them that you’re actively interviewing? Watch @Anna Papalia 👈5Things to Lie About in a Job Interview 🧑🏽‍💻Here’s the thing, we want what we can’t have, and job interviews are no different. When the recruiter or hiring manager asks you, “Are you interviewing anywhere else?” that is a buy a sign that they are interested in you. They rarely ask this question of candidates they don’t want to hire. And if you’re too eager or tell them, “No. This is the only job I want.” It will make them second guess hiring you and they won’t be as interested. If you want to maintain their interest, you need to be seen as a hot commodity. No matter what, when you’re asked, “Are you actively interviewing?” There is only one right answer to this question, “I am actively interviewing” @Anna Papalia 👈Watch this video to learn how to answer, “Do you have any questions for us?” @Anna Papalia 👈Watch this video for the 5 interview questions that have right answers. Good luck 🍀 #howtoanswerinterviewquestions #jobinterview #corproate #interviewprep