Final answer:
The statement in question implies that Gregor is perceived as unprofessional, which may be due to stereotypes or behaviors that lead to prejudice and discrimination. This perception can affect one's chances of getting hired, as negative attitudes can prompt behavior that seems to confirm initial stereotypes.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement 'distrustful and overbearing - insinuates Gregor is bad at his job' suggests that Gregor is perceived negatively in his professional capacity. It should not be taken to mean that Gregor is inherently bad at his job. Instead, it is referring more to the attitude that someone might have towards him based on certain behaviors or stereotypes. These behaviors or stereotypes could lead someone to conclude that Gregor is unprofessional, which would be option 4 in the provided choices.
However, it's also important to recognize that an individual's behavior in a stressful situation, like an interview, can be influenced by the perceptions of the interviewers, leading to a self-fulfilling prophecy where the interviewee behaves in a way that seems to confirm the interviewers' initial stereotypes, as described by Hebl, Foster, Mannix, & Dovidio (2002). This is a situation where prejudice and discrimination can arise, negatively impacting the individual's professional image and potential to be hired.