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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Barrett" data-source="post: 1366878" data-attributes="member: 883">I would have to have some pre-prepared replies to those questions to keep from putting one's self into a corner.  Of course they need to be vague and ambiguous with some buzz words to help build the fog.I would start with something like: "In direct response to the question of my qualifications, I have provided an extensive list of skills and previous experience, is there an area of concern with my qualifications?"  <img src="/images/smilies/new/rubhands.gif"  class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":rubhands:" title="Rubhands    :rubhands:" data-shortname=":rubhands:" />This puts the heat back on your interviewer, then follow up with "Do I understand you correctly, you are seeking someone to fill a position that is less than prepared or has less aptitude or a weaker or narrower skill set?"  <img src="/images/smilies/faint.gif"  class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":faint:" title="Faint    :faint:" data-shortname=":faint:" />You could insert a joke, like: "I didn't plan on taking over the company or advancing to the top in a short amount of time<img src="/images/smilies/new/lmfao6.gif"  class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":lmfao:" title="Lmfao6    :lmfao:" data-shortname=":lmfao:" />" (depends on how good you are at reading people)As to bailing:  "In regards to my seeking another source of employment during or after securing a position with your company/firm/establishment I do not foresee myself continuing with the search for employment oppourtunites further, fully aware of my pending retirement plans, although should my employment with your (*wax nice, this is bait*) I could possibly see me extending my employment beyond my previous plans..."<img src="/images/smilies/new/blush2.gif"  class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":blush:" title="Blush2    :blush:" data-shortname=":blush:" /></blockquote>

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