The #1 Interview Red Flag You Can't Ignore
In this interview excerpt, Matt Paulson discusses the most critical red flag to watch for when evaluating potential employees or partners: a tendency to disparage former bosses, colleagues, or partners. He explains that such behavior often signals a reluctance to take personal responsibility and suggests that the individual may later direct the same criticism toward the new employer or partner. Paulson also emphasizes the importance of a coherent career narrative that aligns with the résumé; a logical progression of roles and tenure indicates stability, whereas mismatched stories or frequent job changes (e.g., six jobs in eight years) often reveal underlying dissatisfaction rather than merely poor job quality. He uses a hypothetical candidate’s path to illustrate how a sensible story supports credibility, while inconsistencies raise concerns.
