Published on 12, July, 2020
Does anyone else gets thrown by questions?
Examples for me are, having to come up with something on a course, especially that thing they do sometimes where everyone has to introduce themselves.
Interviews are difficult because I can never think of examples on the spot.
I even was thrown recently when asked in a situation when asked what my favourite song was.
These kind of things make me panic that I have to think of something quickly.
I find that it can very much depend upon the situation... What is the question being asked, who is asking, and are they someone I know, like, or feel comfortable with?
In a formal setting, I am far more likely to struggle. In a relaxed setting with people who know me well, I may get thrown, but I'm far more likely to make light of it and respond with something along the lines of, "Trust you to ask me a question like that!" This will be said in a friendly, lighthearted tone of voice, with a twinkle in my eye and a smile on my face.
Some questions, even the most simple of questions can be enough to throw me. I too would probably struggle to name my favourite song, as what might be a favourite song one day, could be something completely different another day.
I don't mean to make fun of you at all Sparkly but your reply made me wonder what would happen if in a job interview you actually replied with "Trust you to ask me a question like that.", also said in a friendly, light-hearted tone of voice with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face. Wouldn't that be hilarious? I'm half tempted to apply for another job just to try it.
Twitch said:what would happen if in a job interview you actually replied with "Trust you to ask me a question like that.", also said in a friendly, light-hearted tone of voice with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face.
You would need to be prepared for the response of "explain what you meant by that".
If you couln't pull off that answer with charm or humour then forget about getting the job.
If you could pull it off, your chances of getting the job just jumped significantly...