Back in the day, when I was working in a W-2 capacity, and I was looking for a job, when the interviewer asked me that question, I always answered yes, but I didn't name any of the companies by name. I would let them know that I would be a dedicated employee to any company that hired me, but they would have to "catch" me before someone else hired me.

Now, however, I work remote, mostly from home, and presently work for 2 companies. I work an 8 hour day for both of them, because neither one of them know about the other. It's remote work, and with 2 computers on my desk, I can log into both systems ("clock in") from separate IP addresses.

It's really not complicated work, mostly just responding to customer requests through a chat system with pre-assigned responses, and replying to group and page chats/comments.

One job pays me $25 an hour, the other pays me $28 an hour. Both jobs combined pay me $53 an hour. I make more in a week than I make in Social Security, and still have not exceeded my "cap" on income.

I get paid through a W-9/1099, so I have to take care of my own taxes at the end of the year. The added benefit to that is that I get to write off SOME items that I use in my work, like printers, paper, copiers, computers, desks, office furniture, even the cost of my CPA when she files my taxes.

I end up paying nothing at the end of the year, even without the write-offs, because I haven't gone over my cap.

Working for two (2) remote companies, in addition to managing a digital agency, has afforded me a lot of extra income to take care of my mom, my daughter, and my 3 grandkids.

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I would say I'm actively looking, however I have not found anything as of yet to be a contender.

In my experience, true or not, I answer "I am actively interviewing everywhere and am in final stages with some of their competitors". What this demonstrates to the interviewer is that your experience and skill set is valued. With this answer the interviewer see's you as worthy and is less likely to drag their feet and may even allow you to negotiate a higher rate or salary.

This is a slippery slope. If you lie and say "I have tons of interviews this week alone," then you may find yourself getting pushed to the rejection bin for your initial fears that you won't be loyal. There is also the chance that if you name a company, that person might know someone that works there and can check up on you. At the same time, you should never sound so desperate that you have only gotten one nibble, ie the current interview you are sitting in.

I get asked this from time to time, and my usual ploy is to say "I am exploring a few other options, but I wanted to wait till I had learned more about THIS position and YOUR company before I scheduled any interviews with THEM." This shows that you are interested in their company and working for them, without forcing you to commit to a lie that you have future interviews with other companies, or the truth that you may actually have those interviews set up.

An HR friend of mine told me this an old trick they use to find out if you are a) going to have a salary requirement they may or may not be able to meet, and b) whether you will quit and leave the minute someone else offers you 5k more a year. It also has a psychological factor in determining whether you are honest, honest to a fault, or potentially dishonest. The end result is that it always puts you on defense.

The general rule of thumb in any business endeavor, especially in interviews, is to only give the interviewer information you want them to have. If they try to take you off your gameplan, find a way to steer it back to what you want to discuss. Never give them more info than they really need, "Sure, I have a few other options I am exploring, but I did not come here to discuss those with you." Or even, "I am not at liberty to say." HR people are tricky, so make sure you take as much control of the interview as you can. After they ask that question, follow up with "How many people are you interviewing for this position?" That will give some control and put them on defense for a moment.

In short, the only time you should say "I have an interview tomorrow with company X" is if you know they want to hire you, need you, etcetera, and you are looking to drive up their salary offer.

Integrity is one key value that cannot be educated into a future employee. Truth in character is far more important than a little white lie in a brief moment of time. The position you are applying for may not be within your reach. However, the professional impression you imprint on the current interviewer, may pay off in the future. Information regarding the professionalism and quality of an individuals during the interviewing process, is often passed forward to other recruiters, or departments within the organization.

i would say: I am looking at other opportunities and have been interviewing....but this is my first choice

Respond honestly. "Just as you are interviewing other candidates for this position, so too, I am interviewing with other companies."

Answer with the truth.

Any lie you tell in an interview is simply bad for you and the process.

If you are acting with honesty and integrity from the start you may be looking at the wrong job.

I definitely tell them that I am being considered for certain positions in the industry. This makes you seem very desirable and also make them feel that if they don't move the process along and they really want you, they can lose you. I also add, "though I am being considered for other positions, nothing is in the final stages yet, and I'm also taking my time since I am very interested in working with ________ (their company). then say, "I know that my extensive experience will be an asset on your team and I can make the difference you are looking for in the position I'm being considered for." And of course in your words...good luck.

Personally,I would think that's none of their business unless the information determines your demand by other prospects but even then why should that matter. However it could work in your favor if the information is going to improve your chances....