A video is going viral these days on LinkedIn where an HR has posted about the most honest reply from a candidate seeking a job with the company.

Often, candidates think about giving the perfect reply that increases their chances of selection. Sometimes, they give even sugar-coated replies, thinking that it will get a stamp from HR for the next round. However, an HR posted a video interview with the candidate, and netizens are finding it the most honest and truthful reply from the candidate.

In the video posted by Casey Rieger, she asked the candidate, “Why should we hire you? You tell me, why should we hire you?”

HR: Why should we hire you? You tell me, why should we hire you?

Candidate: You posted the job online now!

HR: We did, we did.

Candidate: So you are looking for somebody, right?

HR: Hmm… hmm.

The conversation didn’t end there. The candidate gave further befitting replies. Please check out the video below from LinkedIn to see the full convo.

Users Reaction

While the OP, Casey Rieger, clearly mentioned that the video was scripted, netizens find it an honest and straightforward reply from the candidate. The video has been reposted by many Indians recently on their LinkedIn timelines, showing the honest and straightforward reply from a sincere candidate.

Many people opined that the video doesn’t look scripted and that the candidate’s reply is the most natural that could ever be. The video has been shared many times on Instagram, FB, and Reddit.

Who is the OP, Casey Reiger?

The post was created by Casey Reiger, who works as a creative content strategist. She often makes scripted videos with job candidates and interns. Users often find her LinkedIn videos entertaining.