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guyfromct

I would talk about culture, how it's harder to work with competent people who are unpleasant, communicate poorly than with incompetent, albeit pleasant people.

Communication is obviously important but the rest of this couldn't be any less true.

 
guyfromct

I would talk about culture, how it's harder to work with competent people who are unpleasant, communicate poorly than with incompetent, albeit pleasant people.

It's a good thing that you're not a trader.

[quote=Matrick][in reply to Tony Snark"]Why aren't you blogging for WSO and become the date doctor for WSO? There seems to be demand. [/quote] [quote=BatMasterson][in reply to Tony Snark's dating tip] Sensible advice.[/quote]
 
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Unmotivated people.

This is a better answer than people not good with details, as some people who aren't good with details can still be good at their job.

Unmotivated people generally aren't good at doing their job and they suck the life out of teams. It's a sensible answer that also reflects well on you because it implies you are motivated.

Those who can, do. Those who can't, post threads about how to do it on WSO.
 

Alternative answer: Deaf mutes

(edit) Took too long posting this, @Dingdong08 snappier with his wit.

Those who can, do. Those who can't, post threads about how to do it on WSO.
 

That is a terrible interview question. However, the answer they're probably looking for is that you don't have a problem working with any type of person. Just like you're supposed to use a "weakness" that is actually a strength for the "what is your biggest weakness?" question, you're supposed to enjoy working with even the most simple-minded, lazy plebian out there.

[quote=patternfinder]Of course, I would just buy in scales. [/quote] See my WSO Blog | my AMA
 

"Probably someone who wants to take it all on by themselves or is afraid to ask for help, we are a team blah blah blah"

How did I do? lol

 
ArcherVice

"Probably someone who wants to take it all on by themselves or is afraid to ask for help, we are a team blah blah blah"

How did I do? lol

3. Bitches who have to pick which order the jobs are done in. 2. Bitches who go too slow. 1. Bitches who go too soon.
[quote=Matrick][in reply to Tony Snark"]Why aren't you blogging for WSO and become the date doctor for WSO? There seems to be demand. [/quote] [quote=BatMasterson][in reply to Tony Snark's dating tip] Sensible advice.[/quote]
 

What if I said "narcissists" or "people who cheat" or "people who are dishonest".

"He that hath a beard is more than a youth, and he that hath no beard is less than a man." ― William Shakespeare, Much Ado About Nothing
 

You've just described integral character traits of many people in IBs.

Those who can, do. Those who can't, post threads about how to do it on WSO.
 

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