Today, I had a job interview where I was asked, "Who is your best friend?" I replied truthfully, "My cat", only to then be asked what my cat would describe as my best qualities, which didn't go far beyond, "Remembering to feed him". They weren't impressed. FML
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A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, during a job interview, I was asked to describe myself in three words. My mind went blank, so I panicked and blurted out, “Hungry, sleepy and… flexible?” The interviewer raised an eyebrow and said, “That's not the worst answer I've ever gotten but… come on.” I didn’t get the job. FML
Today, after being unemployed for the last year, I finally got an interview. When they asked me my favorite pastime, I panicked and said, "Dancing with my cat." I guess I won’t be hearing from them anytime soon. FML
Today, I told my best friend that I liked him and have liked him for a long time. His response was "That's cool. So, when did you get a cat?" FML
Today, in the midst of an interview, I was asked what my best qualities are. I panicked and quickly responded that I can make a great Pikachu impression. They wanted to hear it. FML
Today, I went to a job interview and had a brilliant answer prepared for a common job interview question, but as soon as the interviewer asked what my main qualities were, my mind went blank and I blurted out, "I like turtles." FML
Today, I was talking to my boss about dogs and cats. I'm a dog person; he's a cat person. He told me that he likes cats better, because they are laid back and don't do anything all day. Before I could stop myself, I blurted out, "Just like you?" FML
Today, I was being interviewed for an amazing job when I was asked what animal I would describe myself as. Trying to be prompt, I picked the first thing that came to me. I responded with, "I'd be a turtle because I'm really slow sometimes." FML
Today, I rushed to a job interview, but my cat rubbed against me, covering my suit in fur. I grabbed a lint roller, tripped over the cat, and knocked out a front tooth. I showed up sweaty, disheveled, and missing a tooth. I didn’t get the job. FML
Today, I went to a family gathering and was asked by multiple relatives why I was still single. Trying to lighten the mood, I joked that in fact I do have a secret admirer. My little cousin yelled out, "Is it your cat?" He was right, even though, come to think about it, I'm not sure my cat even likes me all that much. FML
Today, I went to an important job interview, only to be told I'm not what such a "prestigious" company was looking for. This from a pimply-faced 20-something who took a personal call on speakerphone mid-interview, and actually said "LMAO" out loud at his friend's joke. FML
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Top comments
Panu 14
But most importantly, your cat is impressed.
Candijpg 17
Maybe start finding a job at a pet shop?
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Comments (44)
sanchitgoyal 27
well if they noticed Honesty is your best quality.
midav 2
The reason why they weren't impressed was because they expected this answer - cat would say: mew mew mew...
Luna196 11
At the very least they should have commended you on your honesty. lol sorry about being lonely though.
TAntobella 14
OP didn't say he/she is lonely or doesn't have any friends at all except for the cat. "Best friend" doesn't mean "only friend". Furthermore, some people are perfectly happy being on their own, it's their choice - nothing to be sorry about
corky1992 33
Why would you say your cat? That's just stupid. I wouldn't have been impressed either.
schmoo_schmoo 14
You'll find the right job for you with people who understand your fondness for felines. :)
lmbachman 23
You should have rehearsed better. "My cat" is really never an acceptable answer.
luckyduck55 12
Answering that your cat was your BFF was a pretty good answer bc they'd definitely remember you after the interview, but you could have done a LOT with that. You should have killed it rather than be weird about it
nemisis11 12
"Loyalty, I don't pet other cats. Dedication, I feed him regularly. Charitable, I provide the food. Patience, I put up with his shenanigans." You could have taken that interview to a whole new unexpected place and surprised the interviewer.
tigerisabelle 31
Literally turn it into a joke. Chuckle at yourself, and then say, "If my cat could talk, he'd probably admire my loyalty and [other positive traits.]" Interviewer will chuckle out of politeness, even if he thinks you're a right tosser, and move on. Answer the other questions well and you could get a callback, no problem. Reacting under pressure is something they look for as well.
saffy66 34
I agree with #43 - you could have turned it to your advantage by listing your qualities as they would relate to your cat and pet ownership in general. Responsibility is one. Or you could have said, "my cat doesn't care about my qualities but I'm sure my human friends would say... " It proves you aren't some anti-social weirdo with no people skills, and that you can think quickly and respond appropriately. Something to bear in mind for next time.