7 Psychological Tricks Used By Employers in Interviews

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These interview tricks reveal how hiring managers use subtle tactics to evaluate not just your qualifications but also your behaviour, here are some things to know.

1

The Coffee Trick

Test your awareness and willingness to take initiative in small, considerate ways.

2

The Waiting Game

Staying composed despite the delay speaks to your endurance and professionalism.

3

Silence or Long Pause

Taking control of the situation by calmly asking for clarity  demonstrates poise.

4

Rude and Aggressive  Interviewer

This tactic measures how you handle confrontation or challenging situations.

5

Weird Behavior by the Interviewer

The employer is checking your ability to remain confident and patient under unconventional behavior.

6

Drop the Pen Trick

Instinctively helping by picking up the pen shows sensitivity and responsiveness.

7

Meet the Team

This is a test of how well you can socialize and fit in with potential colleagues.