I think the skepticism was the sincerity they were looking for.
Re:The worst job interview I ever had
by alexandre_m on Thursday May 28, 2026 @10:47PM
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It's basically the confidence and being blunt.
Pretty much like that Office Space scene when main character meets the Bobs.
I was actually familiar with the product, but it had some glaring shortcomings, and I kind of groaned a little inside.
And I told them that I liked some things about the product, but then I unfiltered sort of pointed out what was wrong. I really wasn't interested in working on it (though I didn't say that outright)
And then they decided they loved and needed me. (and I didn't go there)
Sort of like dating I think. Show a little skepticism and you might unintentionally get more interest than if you were open and sincere.