I just thought this might be an interesting/fun topic for sharing some stories, while also allowing to put on display how we all value certain things differently.
What are some examples of single statements or phrases you have heard at an interview, that made you immediately lose interest in the school or position? Knowing of course that what may be a big deal to you, may be a small deal for someone else :)
I will share an example: I recently had an interview where I was greeted by a "Hello, my name is Dr._________". That was all it took for me to immediately lose interest; I completed the interview, and still did a professional job at it, but I already knew that irrespectively of whether they were interested in me (or not), I was no longer interested in them.
I know getting a PhD or EdD takes a lot of work, and I know many who earn these titles value greatly the formal recognition that comes with the degree, but I just can't help it... There is something about it that just rubs me the wrong way.
Then again, I also know there are even cultural aspects at work here, and it is likely that many would my reaction absurd. But again, that is why the topic of the thread is not about putting PhDs in display or not, but rather: What are some examples of single statements or phrases you heard at an interview that made you immediately lose interest in the school or position (and why)?