This episode will continue from episode 20 since we have so many scenarios to discuss in terms of flags in candidate behavior during interviews. For context, in case you did not listen to episodes 19 or 20, a Red Flag could refer to something that means stop, leave immediately - really this is not a good thing.  A Yellow Flag could mean warning, slow down, you may want to investigate further; a Green Flag means proceed and a Beige flag refers to a strange or odd behavior or item that catches someone off guard but typically don't hurt anything. A beige flag is neither good nor bad, but it does draw attention.  As we discuss a few scenarios to highlight flags, including these below, we will provide thoughts to consider as you prepare for and navigate your interviews. Some of these scenarios thankfully have only happened a few times, but we share them since they are memorable.  We hope you enjoy listening!    

Scenario:  Conveying interest in the role

Scenario:  A candidate who overstated their role in a project

Scenario:  A candidate ghosted an organization after receiving a job offer

Scenario:  Remote is the key reason why a candidate is interested in a role. However, during the interview, this candidate inadvertently indicated that focusing remotely might be challenging      

Scenario:  A candidate’s openness to be considered for a different role than the one they applied to.  

Scenario:  Importance of tailoring questions to the type and level of interviewer you are speaking with

Scenario:  Interview dress 

Scenario:  Pressuring the organization to make a decision 

Scenario:  Check your screen name / background before a video interview…

Lauren Celano, CEO of Propel Careers and Jim Gould, the Director for Postdoctoral Affairs at Harvard Medical School, launched this podcast as a way for us to share our advice, insights, and reflections to help others navigate their careers.

As we develop new episodes, this podcast will provide insights regarding career advice to help listeners navigate career choices and become more confident in their decisions. We look forward to busting myths and providing real life, timely, and accurate advice. Jim and Lauren work heavily with Ph.D. trained scientists, but the advice we provide can be applicable to other audiences. We hope you enjoy listening!