Emily, a highly qualified candidate, walks into a job interview. The interviewers,
however, make assumptions based on her appearance and ask irrelevant
questions about her personal life, assuming she might not be committed due to her
young age. Emily must navigate through biased questions to prove her
professional worth. Undeterred, she strategically addresses each assumption
during the interview, providing concrete examples of her achievements and
commitment. The story unfolds as Emily not only secures the job but also becomes
an advocate within the company for fair and unbiased hiring practices.
1. How will describe Emily as a highly qualified candidate?
2. List two challenges Emily faces during the interview process, according to the
story?
3. How might Emily's experiences during the job interview relate to real-life
situations where people apply for jobs?
4. How do Emily's actions and responses during the job interview demonstrate her
qualifications and suitability for the position?
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