TOGETHER FOR YEARS
Bound by chrome, leather, and the allure of the open road. We’re not poster boys for Sons of Anarchy; we’re more like the endearingly flawed Misfits on Wheels.
We’ve shared wrenches, sunrises, and countless ice cream cones. We always argue about who rides too slow or too fast and whether to take side roads or tollways. Arguments are our love language—the glue that binds us.
THE CALL
When Corey calls, I’m ready.
Corey: “Hey! Great post on Facebook. Love the shots you took!”
I chuckle and tell him I had a blast.
Corey: “You’re going to think I’m a selfish jerk, but can you take that picture of me down? The rest are fine, but I can’t stand that photo.”
I took down the picture. His tactics worked.
THE KICKER
Here’s the kicker: You can use Corey’s technique in a job interview. Let’s break down his strategy.
1. Start with Flattery: He began by complimenting my post.
Result? My ego got a little boost.
2. Prepare for the Unpleasant: He prefaced his request with, “You’re going to think I’m an ass.”
He beat me to the punch, labeling himself before I could.
3. Present the Request Politely: He asked me to remove the picture in a way that made me feel involved in the decision.
Corey scored a win by tuning into my needs for self-esteem and autonomy while cleverly diffusing any potential conflict.
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APPLICATION IN INTERVIEWS
So, how can you apply Corey’s savvy approach in a job interview?
Imagine this exchange:
You: “Hi! Good morning! The job description is very thorough—someone really put a lot of effort into writing it.”
(There you go, stroke their ego.)
You: “Apologies in advance; I might not tick all the boxes you’ve listed in qualifications. May I share the skills I do bring to the table?”
(Boom! You’ve just diffused conflict and made your “ask.”)
CONCLUSION
And that’s it. Deceptively simple. Astoundingly effective.
Dial into the interviewer. Recognize their need for self-esteem and autonomy. Diffuse any tension by laying it on the table.
You Got this!
Dee
A SMALL REQUEST
Hey, got a minute? I have this burning ambition to help people.
Would it be too much to ask you to:
– Forward this newsletter to friends on the job hunt?
– Repost it on social media?
– Suggest me as a speaker for your company or professional association? I can talk about networking, job hunting, LinkedIn wizardry—you name it!
Trust me; it makes a difference! Point any high-flyers in your world my way. Is anyone looking for a sharp resume writer or seasoned interview coach? I’m your gal. you want to chat more or need guidance, feel free to reach out at Dee@MissFitChicago.com or visit http://www.missfitchicago.com
