Off the wall interview question - What kind of animal would you be?

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I had an interview for a job. I am qualified for the position, but I think I blew the interview on this question. I was asked, "If you could be any animal, what would you be?" I said, "A cat." and then gave my explanation. My answer seemed displeasing. Was it just too  unimaginative? At any rate, I would like to know if you were asked this in a job interview what would you say and why.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

They just wanted to see if you would panic when asked the question.  They kind of wanted to throw you off and see your reaction. It is called - behavioral technique - if you do well now, then on the job when crazy things start happening, you'll be able to deal with them and not freak out.

Connie · Answer

That is a very strange question.  They were probably looking for a more aggressive animal answer, like tiger; strong willed, elephant, great memory, pit bull, aggressive and never give up.  I would not let that one question deter you.  If you did well on the interview other than that, you may still be fine.  I would call them and follow up on the status of your applications.
Good luck

? · Answer

particular anecdotes are greater advantageous than everyday platitudes - do no longer in undemanding terms say you're friendly, hardworking, and so on. yet think of of particular memories and examples that define the fact you're. Such memories are much greater convincing - movements communicate louder than everyday satisfied words.

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Off the wall interview question - What kind of animal would you be?

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