I could even take those lines on self introduction (I mean, got so used to those type of answers and have stopped laughing too).. Actually stopped asking "tell me abt yourself " questio
But the best was:
We have an application form, which asks the person to map his Organizational chart highlighting his position / or atleast map the reporting structure. (this a part of the application form where the candidate is questioned on his current/previous work profile)
One candidate - proudly completed his form and we were having a discussion on his profile, when I turned the page to see the Organizational structure..... I could not control my laugh. Tears were filled in my eyes - both out of sadness and laughter. He had drawn the map on how to reach his office! from two main bus stops in coimbatore.
Second:
The same application form (which is been asked to fill only if the candidate qualifies pre-screening over telephone), requests candidates to give references.
While interviewing him, I turned the page and found in the references part "will be provided on request"
Assuming that he did not understand that this will serve as a final application, and if selected, the references will be contacted - I explained to him to give references.
I got the same answer "Will give on request"
I told him: Boss, I am requesting you, pls give references ....he shivered...and said "I....err...I... will give upon request"
Seeing that innocence of his face.. I understood that he never knew what that meant..he simply saw that on someone's resume, and thought that was the answer!
It took me 15 mins to help him understand why I need references...and he gave me his dads phone number! He was serious this time!
Same tears,,,same laughter!