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How You Really Sound When You Lie to Leave the Office for a Job Interview

Updated 6/19/2020
How You Really Sound When You Lie to Leave the Office for a Job Interview
Everything you need to know about leaving work to go on an interview

One of the most awkward moments in life is when you have to slip out of your current office to head to an interview.

We’ve all been there. So we all know that things get, well, weird.

Honestly, what are you supposed to do when your supervisor casually asks, “Hey, where ya heading?” Or, even worse, “You look great. Why are you so dressed up today?”

Before you plan out what you’re going to say in this inevitable situation, watch this video and take notes. We recommend not claiming that your mother’s brother-in-law may be dying soon.


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A UNC-Wilmington grad born and raised in North Carolina, Kaitlyn always knew she would end up in NYC to pursue writing. As a summer editorial intern, she contributes career advice to The Muse. In addition, she also writes for other publications, such as USA TODAY College, Her Campus, and The Huffington Post. You can find her searching the city for the best eats, binge-watching Netflix, or catching up with friends at dinner. Say hi on Twitter @KaitlynRussell_
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