Cultural Noise Cultural noise bias

Cultural Noise Cultural noise bias occurs when candidates answer questions based oninformation they think will get them the job—what they think the interviewer wants tohear. For example, a candidate who has been an individual contributor may tell an inter- viewer that they prefer working as part of a team if the interviewer stresses teamwork as akey job requirement.First Impression This bias can work either for or against a candidate, depending on theinterviewer’s first impression. A candidate who is very nervous and stutters during the firstfew minutes of the interview may be viewed as less qualified even if during the remainder of the interview they’re poised and well spoken.