Mark Holtom (aka Kingbeard)MarkHoltom@mastodonapp.uk
May 9, 2026, 9:12 AMInterviewer: What's your biggest strength?
Me: I'm a fast learner
Interviewer: what's 11 x 11
Me: 65
Interviewer:not even close. It's 121
Me: It's 121
Interviewer: What's your biggest strength?
Me: I'm a fast learner
Interviewer: what's 11 x 11
Me: 65
Interviewer:not even close. It's 121
Me: It's 121
@MarkHoltom yeah.... and AIs do the same. IMO "fast learner" is not an acceptable hiring skill now. You either already know the required skillset, or you're not a suitable candidate.