Question - May I contact your present employer for a reference ?
Answer -
Express your concern that you’d like to keep your job search private, but that in time, it will be perfectly okay.
Example: “My present employer is not aware of my job search and, for obvious reasons; I’d prefer to keep it that way. I’d be
most appreciative if we kept our discussion confidential right now. Of course, when we both agree the time is right, then by
all means you should contact them. I’m very proud of my record there.
Give me an example of your creativity (analytical skill…managing ability, etc.)
Remember from Question 2 that you should commit to memory a list of your greatest and most recent achievements, ever ready on
the tip of your tongue.
If you have such a list, it’s easy to present any of your achievements in light of the quality the interviewer is asking
about. For example, the smashing success you orchestrated at last year’s trade show could be used as an example of
creativity, or analytical ability, or your ability to manage.