A quick stupid question about interview

[frozentears]

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If an interviewer asks me how people would describe me, is it stupid to say that I'm funny (and other things)? I have been told so many times by different people that I'm funny. That's great because I love to make people smile or laugh. At the same time, I don't want an interviewer to think that I'm "immature" or won't take things seriously.

 

[armybound]

you can tell them that, but you might want to have a joke or two prepared in case they ask you to tell them one, since you're so funny.

 

[Law2Doc]

you can tell them that, but you might want to have a joke or two prepared in case they ask you to tell them one, since you're so funny.

Agreed. You are creating an expectation that you will be funny. The interviewer might not agree. Risky.

 

[baylormed]

I would use a different word. Instead of "funny", use "have a good sense of humor". You get the point.

 

[luv2sd]

if they ask for one, tell them you don't have one and just start crying
and when they start making puzzled looks on their face, you go like this

"GOTCHA"

 

[curious519]

^ Hilarous

 

[SalseraDoctora]

Interviews, in my experience, really matter very little, and they are more an opportunity for you to shoot yourself in the foot than make such a spectacular impression that they will admit you immediately. I think saying anything honest is perfectly fine. If you are funny that is great. If people say you are quiet that is also fine. Again so long as you don't make a huge negative impression your interview really, unfortunately, doesn't matter all that much.

I have heard many stories, and it has also happened to me, where the interviewer loves you and tells you that you would be perfect for the school and that they really hope you will consider coming there, and they are sure you will be admitted everywhere you apply but that they really think you would be a perfect fit for their school, and then you get waitlisted.

So seriously don't stress out about interviews. If you made it that far they know you are smart, they know you like medicine, they already think you would probably be a good candidate for their class. Just don't do anything overtly weird or violent or rude or egregiously stupid (and again I mean seriously stupid not like forgetting the Krebs cycle but more like saying something racist or homophobic, showing up an hour late, insulting your interviewer, etc.) So long as you actually show up looking hygienic and respectful, on time, and are semi-coherent, your interview is guaranteed to go perfectly well.

My two cents 🙂

 

[luv2sd]

So seriously don't stress out about interviews. If you made it that far they know you are smart, they know you like medicine, they already think you would probably be a good candidate for their class. Just don't do anything overtly weird or violent or rude or egregiously stupid (and again I mean seriously stupid not like forgetting the Krebs cycle but more like saying something racist or homophobic, showing up an hour late, insulting your interviewer, etc.) So long as you actually show up looking hygienic and respectful, on time, and are semi-coherent, your interview is guaranteed to go perfectly well.

but who talks about their sexual orientation or racial hatred at a medical school interview? are you expecting something like this to happen

You: I'm gay
Interviewer #1: 😕 x 100
Interviewer #2: 😕 x 100
You: That means I have a crush on you 😳
Interviewer #1: 😱 x 100
Interviewer #2: 😍 x 100

 

[TheNextMD]

^Hilarious. Oh, yay first post.

 

[diggitybop]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twW_riHWz_4

i couldn't resist

 

[ysk1]

I have heard many stories, and it has also happened to me, where the interviewer loves you and tells you that you would be perfect for the school and that they really hope you will consider coming there, and they are sure you will be admitted everywhere you apply but that they really think you would be a perfect fit for their school, and then you get waitlisted.

Are you serious? That's just weird.

 

[2008orbust]

I have been told so many times by different people that I'm funny. .

i have been told so many times by different people that I am great in the sack... I forgot to tell my interviewers... should I call them?

As stated above, as long as you are genuine, that's fine, as long as you have some more "grown up" attributes to list also.

 

[Nooblet]

if they ask for one, tell them you don't have one and just start crying
and when they start making puzzled looks on their face, you go like this

"GOTCHA"

this made me LOL literally

 

[Jacks Mannequin]

Yep, I've heard many similar stories to this one.



Why would they be interested in your ability to tackle a quarterback?

Hahaha, I love your avatar.