Shows job seekers how to best handle red flags during the job interview--speaking truth to power, turning weaknesses into strengths, scrubbing a sketchy background, preparing for sensitive interviews, and knowing what to say and do when confronted with red flag issues. Includes interview strategies, examples, stories, quizzes, questions, sample Q&A dialogues, and advice. -- adapted from back cover.

Includes index.

The perfect outlier -- What employers need and want -- People with difficult backgrounds -- Clues for successful "fit" -- Identify your red flags, present your best self -- Prepare for the verbal exchange -- Nonverbal behaviors and mixed messages -- Impress the interviewer -- Avoid 35 common interview errors -- Key questions you'll most likely face and ones you must ask -- 10 red flag Q&As with memorable examples and short stories -- Close and follow up the interview -- Negotiate salary & benefits to your advantage -- Getting help when necessary -- Handling your online red flags and persona.