On another occasion I was interviewing a smart young lady who was graduating from college and looking for a full time job. The interview was going in her favor until she stopped and said "I expect your company pays competitive salaries because if they don't I don't want to waste my time interviewing any further." I looked her in the eyes and said "yes, we always pay competitive salaries; however, I don't want to waste your time, so we really can end the interview now." (Needless to say, her interview coach at college wasn't doing her any favor!) I'll save the one about the lady who passed out on me during an interview! TJNTIY.

I have had candidates where when told the salary range think they are worth more and ask for figures so out in left field that they are higher then what I am (2 levels their superior) and higher then any of my bosses. It is great to have ambition but if you looking to double your current salary, it takes a lot more then just an interview. TJNTIY.

"I expect to make six figures and retire before I'm 40." None of the interview panel made six figures. The two members over 40 were not amused. The candidate was history. TGNTIY.