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Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Nobody: 3:49pm On Jul 22, 2015
Simply say NO.


It's a trap shocked shocked

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Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by teemy(m): 3:50pm On Jul 22, 2015
Sometimes coming out clean could save the day. Lies destroy and people hate being taken for a fool.

There is nothing hidden under the sun and it would be more insulting to a client that he/she was lied to rather than being told the truth and knowing how to go around the hurdle.

I.E You don not have a product due to a delay, you could let the client know and ask if he/she would not mind waiting. Then be the one to recommend to your competitor or even get it from there. Make it clear to the client that you have his/her interests at heart and would rather aid than delay.

In this world of greed you could just have won a loyal one.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by benikad(m): 3:50pm On Jul 22, 2015
Although lying is not good, but at times some one need to lie e.g Abraham in the Bible lie to save his life and God did not complain.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by idbami2(m): 3:51pm On Jul 22, 2015
Dah'd depend on your moral beliefss
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by bmxshop: 3:52pm On Jul 22, 2015
If been compelled to thwart the truth is a prerequisite for the job then I am out.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by naijainfogalery: 3:52pm On Jul 22, 2015
Haaaaa i swear you will never get the job, they just tested your integrity and you failed, if they ask you that question, you should just say something like, its against my belief to lie, I am always loyal to any company i work for, i would do anything within the power of the constitution to keep the company, but i dont see myself breaking the law.
Tbillz:
Was asked this very questions in my last interview. What in your own perspective is the best approach to tackling this question?


My response; my duty as an employee is to give faithful and honest service to my employer at all time. If lying for my employer will protect the organization then i will.
You can rate me and let me learn from your approach.

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Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Adesiji77: 3:52pm On Jul 22, 2015
SimpleJetty:
This question is solely meant to test your level of integrity. Your answer should be, having meticulously gone through the core values of the organisation which no doubt was in tune with my values as a being, I believe telling lies would be detrimental to the well-being of this organisation and negates the core values of the organisation. So therefore, if faced with such dire situation, my response will be toll the part of honesty, transparency and accountability which I strongly believe will in the long run favour the organisation.

A round of applause for you. kiss

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Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Nobody: 3:53pm On Jul 22, 2015
I think they are trying to evaluate your negotiation skills/ integrity. Well, my answer would be, I don't need to tell a lie to protect my organisation as I believe the truth may come open later which may affect the reputation of my firm. I would rather find an appropriate means/ system to come to terms with whoever or whatsoever through proper negotiation.

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Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by kennykendo(m): 3:53pm On Jul 22, 2015
Tbillz:
Was asked this very questions in my last interview. What in your own perspective is the best approach to tackling this question?


My response; my duty as an employee is to give faithful and honest service to my employer at all time. If lying for my employer will protect the organization then i will.
You can rate me and let me learn from your approach.

the answer is no because one it is unethical to lie,
secondly, a good company wouldn't have to lie to promote itself,
thirdly, the lies can only get the company temporary importance, but even if in the beginning of the company things dont go well, in the long run there will be improvement.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by MabraO: 3:55pm On Jul 22, 2015
hugogerrard:
undecided @least we shld know ur reply to that question 1st @op

Did u even read it or u just wanted to comment for commenting sake?
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by matmana: 3:56pm On Jul 22, 2015
SimpleJetty:
This question is solely meant to test your level of integrity. Your answer should be, having meticulously gone through the core values of the organisation which no doubt was in tune with my values as a being, I believe telling lies would be detrimental to the well-being of this organisation and negates the core values of the organisation. So therefore, if faced with such dire situation, my response will be toll the part of honesty, transparency and accountability which I strongly believe will in the long run favour the organisation.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by dorox10: 3:57pm On Jul 22, 2015
Saying u will not tell a lie is like saying that u are a saint that u have never lied before, also saying that u will lie because of the organization simply means u are a criminal in the making so the best response is to avoid a direct yes or no answer
For example
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by teemy(m): 3:57pm On Jul 22, 2015
benikad:
Although lying is not good, but at times some one need to lie e.g Abraham in the Bible lie to save his life and God did not complain.

To show it was not acceptable, Abimelech king of Gerar chided Isaac when he repeated same.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Nobody: 3:58pm On Jul 22, 2015
The best responsive to give if am in that position to answer that question is to tell them that, I would do everything possible to protect the image of the company and also do all thing possible that will not destroy the image of the company. I wouldnt use the word I will lie or I will not lie... simple.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by jamesbridget13(f): 3:59pm On Jul 22, 2015
i pray u shld not be screened based on d answer u gave else, u lost d job @op. since u said yes, dats means u can possibly lie to maintain ur position in d organisation if offered d work dat means u cant be trust worthy.
always remember to stand for d truth at all times. let frustration or lack of patience not make us do things we shouldnt have ordanarily did.
its well
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by kahara(m): 4:00pm On Jul 22, 2015
I can't lie to protect my organization simple. That's where I praise the adviser to d president on media n pub
Mr. Femi Adeshina. His is difficult job having to keep laundering d image of d president n defending his actions n inactions with lies.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Koolking(m): 4:00pm On Jul 22, 2015
My core value in life is "Do it Right".

I can never tell a lie to save an organisation. It's tantamount to compromising integrity just to grab a job.

I would rather not play the harbinger of lie to an organisation just for saving. I would also ask the interviewer why such a reputable organisation as theirs would want to go against business ethics, a trade symbol that will ultimately affect processes.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by ehis05(m): 4:00pm On Jul 22, 2015
Though ur reply wasn't dat bad..buh saying you wud lie 2 protect d organisation is as good as saying u wud lie 2 keep ur job.n dat lie cud b at a detriment of som1 else or d company itself...n I believe ur employers would require d service of a transparent and a honest man..dats where d problem lies

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Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by zonax(m): 4:01pm On Jul 22, 2015
Two answers to choose from on this:
As a human, I believe that in some situations, making the wrong choice is better than making no choice at all. If lying will save my employer in such circumstance, then I would be left with no option than to protect the interest of my employer.



I am of the personal conviction that integrity and truth saves any circumstance,person or organisation in which it's applied. I will stick to the path of integrity.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by dammytosh: 4:05pm On Jul 22, 2015
It depends on the official position of the organization on the issue in question.

In this case I spoke the official position and not a lie.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by onweson(m): 4:06pm On Jul 22, 2015
Point blank. God's word has commanded us not to lie. So that be. I will rather keep my faith with my God than tell lies to protect a circular organisation, if I am relieved of my Job, heaven will plant my feet somewhere else.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by OAM4J: 4:08pm On Jul 22, 2015
SimpleJetty:
This question is solely meant to test your level of integrity. Your answer should be, having meticulously gone through the core values of the organisation which no doubt was in tune with my values as a being, I believe telling lies would be detrimental to the well-being of this organisation and negates the core values of the organisation. So therefore, if faced with such dire situation, my response will be toll the part of honesty, transparency and accountability which I strongly believe will in the long run favour the organisation.

True.

A lie does not save an organization in the long run. Employers believe those with integrity do not see lies as saving anyone in a long run. And if you can lie to safe an organisation, you will also lie to safe yourself.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by ldonjibson(m): 4:10pm On Jul 22, 2015
jaybee3:
How can you admit to lie at an interview? Makes no damn sense

Just say something along the line of:

Integrity is embedded in every aspect of my life and i try to ensure anything that may interfere with my integrity gets circumvented by making sure i accept responsibility and re-negotiate if needed.

I strongly believe a brand with honesty, transparency and integrity as one of the core values will always receive extreme confidence and backing of the people that patronize them.


i love ur response . A very diplomatic Yes/No
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by chyket(m): 4:11pm On Jul 22, 2015
Any Company that wont employ you because you wont lie to protect them is not worth it at all.
When the chips are down eventually,they will disown you and you will face the fire alone.
You cant build a lasting career on an organisation that is built on a faulty foundation.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by vanen2: 4:15pm On Jul 22, 2015
SimpleJetty:
This question is solely meant to test your level of integrity. Your answer should be, having meticulously gone through the core values of the organisation which no doubt was in tune with my values as a being, I believe telling lies would be detrimental to the well-being of this organisation and negates the core values of the organisation. So therefore, if faced with such dire situation, my response will be toll the part of honesty, transparency and accountability which I strongly believe will in the long run favour the organisation.
Thanks for the response, I've learnt a great deal. . . INTEGRITY
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by vanen2: 4:17pm On Jul 22, 2015
Koolking:
My core value in life is "Do it Right".

I can never tell a lie to save an organisation. It's tantamount to compromising integrity just to grab a job.

I would rather not play the harbinger of lie to an organisation just for saving. I would also ask the interview why such a reputable organisation as theirs would want to go against business ethics a trade symbol that will ultimately affect processes.
Nice one from you dear!
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by ibolomo(m): 4:23pm On Jul 22, 2015
Drgleave:
YES! because I love lying.

Chisos!!! I see dimoz

#deliverance time. Kabashata maligma poluskama mollusca.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by DivineU: 4:27pm On Jul 22, 2015
Tbillz:
Was asked this very questions in my last interview. What in your own perspective is the best approach to tackling this question?


My response; my duty as an employee is to give faithful and honest service to my employer at all time. If lying for my employer will protect the organization then i will.
You can rate me and let me learn from your approach.

Guy, no no try at all. Liars are liable to go to hell. If it is a company that has integrity as a core value then there a problem. I remembered the first interview I had after service where I was asked ; what will you do if after the interview and you get a call from Mobil to resume? I replied that I will join Mobil and supported it with diplomatic points. I was the only person taken in the last interview because other people said they will neglect Mobil offer and wait for the company to take them. I got to know this when I joined them. Try to be honest in your interview.

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Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Drgleave: 4:36pm On Jul 22, 2015
ibolomo:


Chisos!!! I see dimoz

#deliverance time. Kabashata maligma poluskama mollusca.

i could have said 'Amen' but it would also be a lie.
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Drgleave: 4:38pm On Jul 22, 2015
snadguy007:
grin grin Tell me one lie

"I am born of a woman"
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by Nobody: 4:45pm On Jul 22, 2015
MabraO:


Did u even read it or u just wanted to comment for commenting sake?
I was only tryin to know the owner of the post reply to the candid question provided here say
Re: Interview Question:Can You Lie To Save Our Organization? Whats The Best Response by ibolomo(m): 4:49pm On Jul 22, 2015
Drgleave:


i could have said 'Amen' but it would also be a lie.
faints

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