What should you do if you answer a question poorly during an interview?

Not to worry, though — keep these tips in mind the next time you’re strapped for an answer.

1. Calm down.
2. Don’t say, “I don’t know,” off the bat.
3. Ask questions.
4. Tell your interviewer what you do know.
5. Tell them how you would find the answer.
6. Know the right time to come clean.
7. Send a follow-up email.

How do you respond when you don’t know the answer?

1. Repeat or paraphrase the question out loud.
2. Ask clarifying questions.
3. Admit you don’t know the full answer.
4. Provide what information you do have.
5. Promise you will find the answer and come back to the questioner.
6. Ask the questioner how to best reach him, if you don’t know how.
7. Ask the group to continue the presentation.

How should you answer questions that don’t apply to you?

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