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Duolingo CEO’s taxi driver test decides who gets hired—before the interview even starts

Candidates in today’s brutal job market are being evaluated in ways they may not even realize.

Fortune · Mar 26

Boss uses a recruiter-approved coffee cup test in every interview—and he won't hire anyone who fails it

Think you nailed the interview? Failing this subtle coffee test could cost you the job—no matter your credentials.

Fortune · Apr 6, 2025

This Simple Test Got An Applicant Rejected From His Interview Within Five Minutes - Don't Make The Same Mistake!

A Man loses a job offer for being rude to the receptionist, who was actually the hiring manager. This situation emphasises the importance of treating everyone with respect.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29, 2024

Boss confirms discreet 'coffee test' he performs in job interviews to choose who to hire

One boss revealed the unconventional method he uses when it comes to deciding who to hire - and it has nothing to do with how the interview itself goes.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 15, 2023

CEO uses 'coffee cup test' in every job interview to help determine who gets the jobs

He believes the exercise shows a person's attitude

Wales Online · Jan 15, 2023

Boss reveals simple 'coffee cup test' which he uses at the end of every job interview

Trent Innes runs Xero Australia and has been discussing his interviewing methods on a business podcast.

Nottingham Post · Jan 15, 2023

Boss explains the 'coffee cup test' he uses in every job interview to decide who not to hire

The tech company boss said those who fail the test would be blacklisted for any future positions

Manchester Evening News · Jan 15, 2023

Boss explains 'coffee cup test' he uses in every job interview to decide who not to hire

The CEO revealed that the simple test can make or break a candidate's chances of getting the job - despite not being part of the interview itself

Chronicle Live · Jan 13, 2023

'Coffee cup' test manager uses for interviews - and rejects anyone who fails

The man says that the simple test apparently says a lot about a person's 'attitude'.

Daily Record · Jan 13, 2023

'Coffee cup test' boss uses in every job interview - and he won't hire anyone who fails

A boss at an accounting software firm swears by a crucial 'coffee cup test' during interviews - he won't hire anyone who fails and will even blacklist them from the company

Daily Mirror · Jan 13, 2023