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Something interesting about myself- for a job application

31 replies

Allthenameshavegone1972 · 21/02/2025 07:30

I've had a nice, conventional life, nothing out of the ordinary. Seen a job advert for a nice place & I can do the job hands down. In the advert they're asking for applicants to put something interesting about themselves that may not be on their CV. Like what? I would have thought the ability to do the job & fit in with the team would be the most important thing

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TunnocksOrDeath · 21/02/2025 07:35

I could tell you… but then I’d have to kill you.

AlertCat · 21/02/2025 07:35

Have you got any ‘party tricks’ like getting a leg behind your head? Any special skills? Loved in a haunted house as a kid?

Have you got a second language? A dish you can cook amazingly well?

Any interesting hobbies like volunteering at a hedgehog rescue centre, restoring old books, following a band? Playing an instrument or singing?

I’m sure you have lots of interesting traits and qualities, pick something you would be pleased to talk about at your interview and that will show off your passion and light you up during the discussion.

Twiglets1 · 21/02/2025 07:34

I hate nonsense like this … I’ve had it before in ice breaking sessions and I normally make something up like I’m into scuba diving (had about 2 lessons many years ago).

Hhoudini · 21/02/2025 07:34

Watch some Bob Mortimer stories on would I lie to you and channel him when you answer the question?

TeenToTwenties · 21/02/2025 07:33

On another similar thread someone suggested saying you are writing a novel in your spare time.

RaininSummer · 21/02/2025 07:31

What a daft and annoying question. I would make something up if nothing comes to mind. Nothing too outlandish though.