How to prepare for a screening call
Employers use screening calls to decide whether or not it’s worth moving the applicant forward…
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How to deal with unexpected interview questions
Handling unexpected interview questions can be tough. In this episode, I share a simple, 4-step…
What do you do at your current job?
Interviewers want to assess how well your most recent professional experience aligns with what is…
Why are you leaving your current position?
When asked “Why are you leaving your current position?” you should focus on the opportunity…
Tell me about a time you received constructive feedback.
When interviewers ask you questions about feedback you have received, what they really want to…
Describe a conflict you have been involved in at work.
Interviewers often try to assess your conflict-resolution, collaboration and communication skills. In this episode, I…
Tell me about a time you successfully demonstrated your analytical skills.
If answered the right way, this question is an excellent opportunity to show the interviewer…
Tell me about a time you had to complete a task you had never done before.
Due to the high pace of change in today’s work environments, being a fast learner…
Tell me about a time you considerably exceeded expectations.
In this episode, I will share a simple, five-step approach to help you show your…
Describe a difficult problem you solved
Since solving problems is part of almost all jobs, preparing an answer to the question,…
Tell me about a time you missed a deadline
Interviewers usually don’t ask this question to find a weak spot they can hold against…
Tell me about a time you stepped in to help the team achieve its goals.
Interviewers often ask questions about taking the initiative to help others because they want to…
Tell me about a time you had to give someone difficult feedback
Interviewers often ask questions about giving feedback because they help them assess your conflict management,…
How to prepare for a job interview
Feeling nervous about your upcoming interview is perfectly normal. In this episode, I show you…
How to interview with confidence
Feeling nervous about your upcoming interview is perfectly normal. In this episode, I show you…
Asking the right questions during an interview
An interview is not a one-way street where only the interviewer asks a lot of…
How to answer behavioral interview questions
Employers ask behavioral interview questions to predict future performance based on past performance. In this…
Tell me about your background.
Being asked about your background is an excellent opportunity to tell a story that leads…
How would you describe yourself?
How well candidates fit into the company’s culture is as important for the hiring manager…
What skills would you bring to the job?
This episode includes a five-step approach to acing questions about your skills and qualifications. It…
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Having a convincing vision about your future at the new company can be crucial to…
What is your salary range expectation?
In this episode, I will show you how to find the best strategy to negotiating…
Why do you want this job?
A good explanation of why you want the job can significantly increase your chances of…
What are your greatest weaknesses?
In this episode, I show you five steps to answer questions – in a genuine…
What are your greatest strengths?
How to identify your strengths and feel confident talking about them without feeling like a…