5 Interview Questions You MUST Be Prepared To Answer!

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

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[@GhoulKingR]

Hello, can you make a video on over preparation. I just got off an interview and I felt that I prepared so much for what felt like a conversation. I ended up sounding robotic because I prepared so much

[@JustMe99999]

I've gotten to a point of seniority in my career where I answer the "why do you want to work here" question (if it comes up in the initial interview): "I'm not sure if I want to work there yet. We're just getting to know each other, so let's see if there is mutual interest."

[@earlyriser392]

beautiful...just beautiful. just like i said in my comment. let's have a conversation and feel each other out and then come to those questions. they like putting the cart before the horse.

[@nmc1859]

Lmao ok good. Tru alpha

[@SteelHex]

Yes. If I’m talking to somebody, it’s typically through a recruiter. If this is their first question, I would be really tempted to say “your recruiter thinks I’m a good fit, ask him first”, followed by your statement.

[@TechnoMageB5]

This is a realistic comeback, but I think the employer wants to see at least some indication that you did your research on the company. What [besides the job posting and salary] did you notice about the company that drew your attention? Probably giving this as the initial answer, and then adding the qualifying statement of getting to know each other helps make it real to the interviewer.

[@jakespb]

IMO, honest answers on job interview questions is the worst thing to do (unless, you are a unique, one of a kind professional that the company is extremely interested in). Imagine, you answer sincerely, and a guy right after you gives answers, the employer wants to hear, it’s no-brainer they’ll much more likely make offer to that guy than you.

[@markb8978]

The greatest weakness question is the most ridiculous one and hiring managers need to stop asking it. Last time I was asked, I answered I have never been a good swimmer so I have avoided aquatic careers. I got a smile and an offer later that day.

[@ayoomariana6406]

This is funny 🤣

[@earlyriser392]

that's beautiful too. a sense of humor goes way beyond stuffy, afraid to say the wrong thing type replies..well done

[@albirtarsha5370]

I agree. I would like to hear from a hiring manager who loves this question as to why he feels that way. I can only imagine that the true reason is to feed their narcissistic superiority or a sadistic impulse to watch interviewees squirm or something to do with manipulation or maybe the manager isn't a critical thinker and just does it.

[@pghcraig]

I agree this question needs to go out to pasture. I never ask it - its just a bunch of lies however well delivered the answer is. The new version is something akin to "Tell me about a time you had to sacrifice quality to meet a deadline or a time you were juggling competing deadlines and sacrificed quality etc" which is legit something everyone encounters but handles differently.

[@elizabethpinkus3710]

To be honest, I used to ask this to weed out people that couldn’t answer it appropriately. And it did weed out some people. That being said, I have since found better questions, but that question did its job.

[@jheriengdahl733]

Your videos helped me land my dream job recently. I also got multiple job offers all because of all your helpful tips. The main key to interviews is to come prepared but to keep it conversational throughout the whole interview. Thank you for teaching me that. It worked!

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Love it! And glad to see it worked!

[@GHoutdoors]

Followed your advice and just landed a career job as an accountant with ford! 4 day week starting at 55k with yearly raises

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Nicely done!

[@albirtarsha5370]

When I first read this, I thought it said, "with a Ford" like they gave you a car. LMAO. Hey, congratulations anyway!

[@randyriegel8553]

My biggest weakness... Interviewing! I'm a software engineer... I only want to talk to my team and other than that hide from people. I've got through many interviews fine. On company declined me because they said I was too nervous at the interview.. LOL I have anxiety and taking medicine for it... I hate crowds of people, I hate getting questions drilled at me. My current job before the interview I had a couple beers. Worked out great and best job I've ever had in my 20+ years of software development.

[@ogj13]

Ok so getting a buzz before an interview. Got it 👍🏽 😂 🍺

[@athomewithrobin292]

I'm the same way. I have anxiety and take meds and I bombed my interview. It was a 3rd round and my nerves caused fast heart rate and breathing and I was drilled by a panel of 4 people. But I know I can do amazing at the role once I get more comfortable. Let's stop declining ppl bc of nerves as interviews are nerve reckoning. It's like youbare being interrogated and every reply is being analyzed to the 1000th degree.

[@karenuk1]

Same here. I'm still job searching but found using mineral salts (dead sea, himalayan, magnesium or epsom) helped with my calm. I recently attended an interview and was so happy I got through it calmly and didn't beat myself up afterwards. I didn't get the job but my attitude is that it's their loss/wasn't meant to be, to keep smiling and move on. Mineral salts are fabulous but if you're taking certain medication check before use🙂.

[@RobARug]

Interviewer: What's your greatest weakness? Interviewee: Honesty. Interviewer: I don't think honesty is a weakness. Interviewee: I don't give a darn what you think.

[@rafaeljesus7596]

this

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

Interviewer: Now I see why honesty is your greatest weakness. You don't have the job. Get out. Honestly.

[@skyranger1366]

Telling complete strangers that have opposing interests to mine what my weaknesses are.

[@Eag757]

Interviewers need someone to get the job done so why do they ask stupid questions like what is your weakness, how do see yourself in 5 yrs. We know corporate America is B's so give them bs responses. Corporate America want to crash folks dreams so no point on honesty.

[@RobARug]

@@Eag757 My favorite questions are when they ask me to tell them of a time at work where I had a specific problem situation, what did I do to resolve it, and what was the result. I treat them as a "Tell me a bedtime story with a happy ending." question and provide them with only situations where I have succeeded. When they ask me where do I see myself in 5 years, I tell them "A (name of the position that I applied for) with 5 years of great experience."

[@dr.drakeramoray789]

"tell me about yourself" - well im a sagittarius, i like poetry, long walks on the beach and romantic movies "why do you want to work from here" - i like money and having a roof above my head particularly excites me "whats your greatest weakness" - when i get drunk at the workplace, i get really unprofessional. once i called 2 prostitutes because it was the bosses birthday "whats your greatest accomplishment" - id say its that time i called those 2 prostitutes, it really helped us with bonding as a team and lead to a massive productivity increase "whats your salary expectations" - could you pick a number for me? after all, if it turns out its too low, i will just leave, its okay "do you have any questions for me" - yes. i was wondering, if you went to prison for a year, would you mention that on job interviews or would you keep quiet?

[@josepherhardt164]

OMG, you're evil. TAKING NOTES HERE!

[@Rreynu]

The last one🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Chatrbuug]

Sometimes with these videos, it makes me feel like I haven't really had an "adult" job before.

[@curlywhites]

Right. I for damn sure haven't. But I'm working on it.

[@kpipson]

It makes me feel like, "Am I ever going to get to the interviewing stage?" "What if I never had 5+ years in my current position and never managed a project?" "What if I'm trying to change careers? (from a low-level-paygrade grunt worker to a pay that an adult can survive on)". It is frustrating to see rejection emails. I am going to see if I can contact the company on HOW to land the position I applied for with my 5 years of experience!

[@pghcraig]

@@kpipson THIS is a great point - not everyone is an accomplished veteran in their field. They are looking at behaviors with these questions and decision-making processes usually tied to their corporate values/goals and mission. Research those heavily before you interview and answer questions in ways that align to those. For example, if a company has a value of dignity and respect and they are asking you about a time you had a disagreement with someone frame your answer around that. If you can demonstrate that you are values aligned to the organization and are someone who is a adaptable, wiling to learn, and takes direction you might just get a job over someone with more experience that comes off as arrogant and hard to manage. Sometimes companies want people they can mold vs. have to shoehorn.

[@florance333]

Another recruiter here on KZbin said to never admit an actual qeakness because it only wprks against you. Instead share an area you have less experience with and how you've started to learn/try it.

[@burningquestion2396]

"Why do you want to work here?" I don't want to work anywhere but since I have bills to pay and an expensive motorcycle habit to finance, I guess here is as good as anywhere else. "What is your greatest strength?" Most of the time I'm hot shit "What is your greatest weakness?" Sometimes I'm not hot shit. "What are your salary expectations?" Nah, you first.

[@brandiecarter9130]

Love it!!! 😂😂

[@exidumi8076]

I like this guy. A lot. As a 30 year IT professional. This guy is spot on.

[@earlyriser392]

Excellent job at basically laying out and spotlighting how silly and antiquated the interview process is. All these worn out, predictable questions interviewers ask. I don't understand why more companies don't just sit down and have a conversation with potential prospects. That's how you get the info you are looking for, not by asking worn out, cliché questions that people will just BS their way through. Anyhow, great job at pointing out the game playing that job interviews really are. So glad I am out of the corporate world. Whew...

[@earlyriser392]

I agree that some interviews can be relaxed and conversational, absolutely true, but they definitely need to update the "social science" as you call it. And, the questions don't seem silly, they are silly. Following one interview after another after another, where they were all asking basically the exact same questions, more than likely whatever they just googled 10 minutes before you got there, I went into an interview and had 10 frequently asked questions in job interviews already answered on note cards and handed them to the person interviewing me, telling him I have taken the liberty of answering commonly asked interview questions so we can cut right to the chase and get to know each other better and decide if this is a good fit or not, (there you are Mr. Interviewer, I am showing initiative, right?) and he was stunned, had no idea what to say or do. I had complete control of the interview after that. @Ryker-Volt

[@earlyriser392]

Agreed. You have a valid point. I understand we are required to do certain things in life we don't want to but if I have to play along with the obligatory song and dance, I just want them to update their music from time to time.@Ryker-Volt

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

The questions that are asked by the person hiring you are designed to get to know you in a short amount of time. They give the person basic information about yourself in addition to some of the basic skills you have and give them an idea of how you might fit into the organization. Are they dumb and stupid to a person that has to answer them a thousand times? Yes. Are they useful to the interviewer? Yes. Will it ever change? I doubt it. When you are young you are ready to set the world on fire and you might. For the majority of us. The world is - Work 8 hours, sleep 8 hours but not at the same time. Work to eat and eat to live. Stay healthy, treat your body like a temple, give respect, get respect. Enjoy your free time. Work at work. Play at home.

[@ayindeperouza7703]

Hi Brian I got through with my interview and I am starting my new job as IT Security Specialist next week after being retrenched since March 23. thanks for all your help and interview videos and negotiation tips

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Awesome, glad they helped!

[@karihosny9420]

Hi Brian. I felt last week I was targeted for a scam for a job. The reason I felt it was a scam for the following reason: 1) I couldn't find my application in my email. 2) the recruiter LinkedIn page was off and only had less than 10 followers plus didn't have the corporate logo to the company she claims that she represents 3) the interview process was weird a text interview from teams with a phone number and not a corporate account, the second person I spoke with on the phone had a very heavy accent that was difficult to understand. I am grateful I have a job and wasn't desperate for one. I stopped everything after the last interview and refused to move on. 4) in the 2nd interview I asked about the team and corporate structure. There response was didn't you read the job description. Then I emailed them back to let them know. I bowing out of the interview. When I compared the job description they gave me and the real job description with the company there were discrepancies there as well.

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Always use your intuition. If it feels shady, then it probably is.

[@detted5095]

Another great informative video. Been watching you for a few years and used your information to successfully get a higher paying position at a new company, that I really wanted. Thank you for all you do and share with your viewers.

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Congrats on the new job!

[@sergefog]

Brian is a top professional in his trade and this video really shows that

[@Cateutopia]

Like someone told me, they're never going to know a candidate until you hire them. Those people can answer those questions exactly and they may still not be a good person for the job after they hired them.

[@libertariancapitalist]

When it comes to the “What questions do you have for me?” I ask hardball questions to really let the interviewer know he/she isn’t the one with all the cards.

[@josepherhardt164]

OMG. I'm no longer in the job market, but I were asked this question TODAY, I'd answer, "Yes. A train leaves Philadelphia heading north at 30 mph. At the same time, another train leaves heading west at 40 mph. Disregarding speed-up time and the curvature of the Earth, and assuming the tracks are straight, how long before the two trains are 50 miles apart?"

[@jeremymcadams7743]

Good old pythagorean theorum ​@@josepherhardt164

[@pghcraig]

And this is why you have so many interviews - you don't get offered the job. Or you're lying. And yes - they are the one with all the cards because they are the one who picks who they hire, which will not be an arrogant person because their teams don't want to work with that person and neither do they.

[@TremendousSax]

What kind of hardball questions do you ask?

[@bethiciaprasek1008]

Greatest weakness for me is that I see opportunities and therefore try to take on too much. My project management training (achieving the PMP) has really helped with this. I still take on a lot but via project planning I can organize and communicate those extra tasks which may require delay or delegation if workload unexpectedly increases...which it often does in oilfield. I love having a plan B, plan C which allow for me to take on more opportunities than would appear wise. My Gannt chart of Gannt charts really helps. Do you want to hear some examples?

[@nickf2170]

During an interview, I like to see a company present the job details to me first, before I start in on discussing my skills experience etc. It just makes sense, they are selling me a position, and I, in turn, am selling my skills to them. I know, (well) you already have the job description, and you researched the company...correct. However, the written description may be wrong, incomplete or lacking the real detail. And I have seen companies flat out misrepresent the job, just to hook people. What are your thoughts on this? Is it best practice to have the company describe the job at the beginning of the discussion, to make sure I am aligned with the true role.

[@adrianraygoza9221]

This is Gold, Jerry! Gold!

[@IcicleFerret]

If I have to give examples like that, I'm never getting a job. I have been stuck in "entry level" jobs all my life, despite applying for promotions and even getting a Master's in business administration. Some of my greatest hits are designing a logbook to require less paper and creating a filing system for equipment storage... woo. I've given up on having a career at this point. I really am just looking for a job to pay off that Master's.

[@pghcraig]

Your greatest hits need a reboot, and I have seen this in interviews too much. Yes, a logbook to reduce paper doesn't sound compelling - because you make it sound that way. "We had a very manual paper process for X that was labor intensive and created barriers in being able to focus on other core functions such as customer follow up. I built a home grown solution using Office 365 tools that automated the process that increased customer outreach by 30% in the time saved while allowing leadership to have reports for better insights. As a bonus, this aligned with the company's goals of reducing their environmental impact and drove a soft cost savings of $2,000 a month in paper and printing expenses." -It's all in how you sell it and how you grasp the 360 degree impact of what you did even if its a guesstimate. You could also talk about positive impact the change had with your peers. What you did with that logbook probably had some of those exact positive improvements - the issue is you don't identify those and that might be part of what is holding you back with promotions (I say this with kindness to help you). Think of a car sitting on a dealer's lot with the window sticker listing every feature and upgrade it has. If a sales person just said "Sure it's $45K but it gets you from A to B" they would never sell the car if they didn't know how to sell the features that make the car worth $45K. You're the car - sell yourself for all your worth.

[@IcicleFerret]

@@pghcraig Yep, I'm never getting a career. Thanks for confirming that. The company didn't have an initiative to reduce paper. I didn't use Office 360 tools. There was no customer follow-up, it was just a logbook of what came in and went out of the department. And cost wise, compared to the amount of paper that company went through, my logbook didn't put a dent in their expenses. (Not that I would have known, either. My department was not privy to the company financials.) If I have to list out the downstream impact of every decision on my resume, it'd be a mile long in font too small to read.

[@EMINCable]

​@@pghcraigthanks for these words of encouragement. A lot of people really needed it for this very moment and situation they are in in (most having nothing to do with a job interview). Let Him use you!

[@neverhit17]

I really like this video, and thank you for the record in the background

[@minuandtoyo]

Video idea: should you reapply at the same company for a similar role that is a good fit?

[@erin19030]

Take this job and shove it !

[@OroborOSX11]

Recruiter: Why do you want to work here? Literally everyone if they were honest: Because I want money.

[@athomewithrobin292]

Right! And need to pay my bills and feed my kids.

[@josepherhardt164]

Google SMBC honest job interview

[@keiseanb1]

Hey Brian, thanks for the tips! Quick question, have you made a video about applicants who are trying to land a 2nd job (FT or PT)? What would be the best way to handle an interview for a 2nd job?

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

If it is a second job you really cannot expect a lot from it. Go in. Interview. Tell them what you are looking for. Ask them if they think you can fit in. Make sure you discuss your current employment requirements and make sure they can schedule you around your primary job. Your primary job is your main source of income until it isn't and you need to be prepared to let the secondary job go if it conflicts with your primary job. A secondary job is really no different than a primary job. Usually it is for a lesser amount of money and it is a job that you can afford to lose if you have to do so. Relax. Present yourself in the best light. Be prepared to interview a lot. Do not get hung up on who you want to work for. Look for opportunities that pay well without commission unless you are a strong salesman. Inside sales is pretty easy. If you have a specific skill that relates to the job you are looking to be hired for make sure to include that information in your presentation.

[@bsheets5888]

Could you please post a video on how to sell your accomplishments when you don't have readily quantifiable results from a previous job. In many cases aside from management or administrative roles we may not know if something we did boosted sales or production by 15% or completed something under budget or what have you. This would be super helpful!

[@sridharv3903]

I was asked a question like this 'What do you least like in your current organization?' This was asked by Hiring Manager. What are the ways to answer this question without hurting your current employer and not sounding like complainer. Can you also provide some possible answers or hints on how to respond positively and effectively

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

Having a manager that is unresponsive to your needs as an employee. I once worked with a second person that did the same job as me. It was a tech support job and it required shipping large amounts of equipment back to the main office as it accumulated. The guy was not very helpful in this regard and I mentioned it to my supervisor. Nothing changed and nothing was said to me so in the fifth year of employment they were going to a software based client support situation. I knew this would require returning a lot of equipment. Manager was unresponsive and I was getting older. The other guy was maybe 15 years younger. I had just inherited over a million dollars from great grandpa. I said screw it and left it for him to do. Major corporations are unresponsive to your needs and it will never change. You are trading your time for their money. Collect it as long as you can. Don't be disappointed at anything they do. Never look back always look forward.

[@heavenishere416]

My true & real answer would be that the current company I work for is somewhat small and there is not much room for growth.

[@pghcraig]

Just steer clear of focusing on people like "my manager sucked" or "Leadership was tone deaf and the organization was a dumpster fire" (If it's a competitor, they already know this.) You can say, "I was really invested because of ABC Companies mission and values, but found that over time, those things were wallpaper and not lived. I've talked with many employees of your company who cite that culture here is very different and...." and it's a good way to put into the interview that you've researched these things about the company, you find alignment with the company values and your personal values, and you want to be part of that type of organization.

[@ianwebb6182]

Salary expectations, if they get a number out of you early on, I think its best to put a disclaimer that you dont know much about the job yet, met the team, or even learnt what the expectations are so can we come back to that later on

[@zata100]

Thinking about Storytelling on an interview.... How to keep a nice story to tell when at the other hand is encouraged to keep the answers shorts?

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Focus on 2-3 mins answers in the STAR format - don't add additional unnecessary context. Allow the interviewer the chance to probe for additional information if they need it.

[@Cateutopia]

I have turned down interviews, especially one with virtual interviews where you record yourself with all those questions. I despise these questions. I may not ever get another job. I think I will just walk out next time. Thanks for the tips though. I guess I will be working for Temp Agencies they do not ask all these stupid questions.

[@ericapoe]

As a nervous introvert storytelling is not my forte I tend to stumble with my answers. Do you have any strategies for nervous introverts?

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Try this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4nGlICtq9uDqac

[@louwren429]

I stumble over my words a lot in interviews but I'm getting better at it.

[@arabianheart6214]

Helpful video, thanks for sharing. 👍🏻 Can you please make a video about one way interview and perhaps give us some tips to succeed 🙂

[@Gaming_Antics]

Ok…that’s nice and all. But how do you answer those questions when you’re a college student that just graduated with no experience and no previous job history? It seems that new college graduates are always in a no win situation.

[@captainabez7086]

Can you make a video on behaviour based quesrions and how to answer them

[@stylishnene01]

I like yhe way you answer the questions using story telling.

[@alexchesaux5417]

Where does this demand come from that all standard job candidates must have great stories or achievements to tell? We are all average workers trying to do their best and our biggest achievement might've been ordering pizza for the office one friday.🤷🏻‍♂️

[@pghcraig]

I wouldn't take these examples as gospel - he used examples that were for high level roles. If you're applying for say a next level role, you simply want to illustrate the development you've obtained and your mastery of concepts to show you're ready for a next level role. It's also important to remember that a Senior X-Job-Title at a small firm with 10 employees vs. Regular X Job Title at a large international company with 100K employees is probably going to be viewed possibly even more attractive than the Senior person applying.

[@Jupiterxice]

I would always say this lie your way in just to meet your end game. And then leave...

[@qtlilbrownboy]

Great vid! Should be very useful

[@kristenzavo]

Great tips and examples here!

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EdwinNixon.1888]

Great video Brian

[@financialwisdom432]

I am actually will have a phone interview at 12:00 today lol

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Good luck!

[@StylinandProfilinBBsandBBQ]

This is great but where is the video where you help get someone to the interview?

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Check my resume and linkedin playlists.

[@dianaalyssa8726]

TYVM.

[@vitaminbp1]

I absolutely hate when companies don't include the range in the posting, it's extremely stupid. Totally agree to not give your past salary but instead say what you are aiming for. You are absolutely not required to give your past salary info. They can ask but you don't need to answer. I also prefer to not give them a target and instead ask what the range is or at least say you are looking for mid point of the range or whatever your experience warrants, and you can base that on where your experience meets the qualifications and as long as you are close then mid point is appropriate. Also depends on what the job level is but many companies over require things they think they need but don't, if that's the case skip that company because they are setting up anyone in that position for failure by not knowing what the job actually requires.

[@BBradshawProductions]

Hi! Can you or anyone on yt tell me if this job I'm applying to has a RED FLAG? The phone interview was pleasant and fast and I was given a person to person interview appointment. This jobs seems to deal with everything I want, gives a lot of training on things that I need in my career, and it's advertise as an 8 hour shift rather the 12 hours shift that I'm use to seeing. The job even have a sign in bonus, however I would producing a radioactive substance for medical medicine/machinery. So working with radioactive stuff and the sign in bonus is a red flag that I should stay away from this job? Thank you.

[@josepherhardt164]

If it's radium and you're painting glow-in-the-dark instrument dials, I'd demur.

[@ngkngk875]

I would have to disagree, the STAR thing really just gets you the best bullshitter at least in the positions I’ve seen it used for.

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

We can agree to disagree on this one.

[@jeffdo9195]

I hate when an interviewer knows NOTHING about the job. ( recruiter) and asks questions that have NOTHING to do with the job. I.E. " if you where a tree what type of tree would you be?" Etc crazy

[@jeffdo9195]

Some how justifying there job

[@redrose_1349]

@A Life After Layoff, how do I answer these 5 questions if the recruiter/hiring manager offer me another role higher than a job I applied after 1st interview? Does it mean that I will not be hired as the job I applied? Why did they offer me a role that I have no experience and knowledge about it? They only said that it is based on my background.

[@genx7006]

There is so much ass kissing 💋 in interviews these days. It's nauseating. Everything is geared towards "how can I make myself look like a complete tool in front of this interviewer?" It's humiliating and demeaning. I'm so sick of corporate America.

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

Everything is geared toward landing the job offer. Don't let ego get in the way of the mission.

[@quach8quach907]

@@ALifeAfterLayoff People kill each other over ego. Only a stupid person would ignore that.

[@skeebote]

I am currently in an internship and job hunting at the same time. I have a few interviews coming up, I want to know how I should handle a job offer if I should receive one. If company X makes me an offer and I have more interviews coming up, what is a respectful and appropriate answer? Thanks.

[@mattr272]

I always discovered a lot of disparity between what is said and promised in interviews. Really did not matter what they said in an interview. Even asking for in writing, they'll say we can't do that. You'll be looking for a job for decades. It's a moot point, if all the employers do the same thing, you really don't have a choice.

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

I was once asked why I wanted a job. My answer was I need to eat and I am getting hungry and I will work for food. lol. I also had the credentials they wanted too. Be funny. Be relaxed. If you get it then you get it. If you don't on to the next interview. I will also say that I would not dwell too much on whether they ever contact you after the interview. If they are interested they will get back to you within a week or too. Thank them for the opportunity to interview. Let them know you are interested in moving onto the next step and that you are looking hard for your next job thinking to yourself that if you don't hire me someone else will. Stay positive even when it hurts and it can be hard. When you are interviewing though keep a positive attitude, stay personable and even being a little funny helps. Keep it light. They are looking to cull you one way or the other. Dress your best. Appropriately for the job you seek. I have a $1000 navy blue suit but I will not wear it to an interview for a technical support position because they want someone who is willing to get dirty and pull computers from under the desk. Navy pants, sleeves rolled up with a tie are more appropriate for that job. I might still wear the suit.

[@mattr272]

😆 I would have said, "Have you tried McDonald's ? I've had very few relaxed interviews in my career. Most interviewers prefer serious and focused responses. Though not a bad thing to be slightly humorous if they are receptive. But it doesn't go over too well if they are not. I think I would have been a good recruiter. I was asked several times by firms to join for big $$$. Lot of them at the time did not have technical recruiters. So they were chomping at the bit for me.

[@samxaiver9852]

GOOD ADVICE!

[@tcm5484]

No example respons for "What's your greatest weakness?"

[@josepherhardt164]

"Garlic. Whenever I smell garlic, I must run away. By the way, do you have any third-shift positions? The sun makes me break out."

[@dmgextra1576]

Great video, but these answers don't apply at all to interviews from entry-level jobs. They only work if you are 10 years into your career.

[@Jayda08]

Tell me about your self. Me: "I like long walks on the beach and candle light dinners".

[@incredibleshrinkingfungus1731]

I have a great story about that greatest weakness question. Once interviewed a black man and that question came up. He was haughty to begin with but answered "I have no weaknesses." I countered with "you've never made a mistake or had a tricky problem that was difficult to solve because of your style or experience you didn't have?" He replied "Yes, never, and God is beside me all the time. Through Him all things are possible." I eventually hired his black female rival who was equally religious but transparent and humble. When he questioned why he didn't get the job, I told him he came across haughty, that it was untrue that he had weaknesses or had never made a mistake in his employment, and that I didn't appreciate the introduction of religion into the workplace and that if I hired him then his God is an unpaid assistant landing me in legal trouble. I think he cracked a molar.

[@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky]

Greatest weakness story - First job interview out of college - business degree - Marketing major. I made it through the first round of interviews. They paid for me to fly up to hq in PA. Cold as heck. I got there at the designated time and met with the handler. We were cordial and I had to wait around for a bit. I was nervous and then the interview came. Natl. Sales Manager was busy and not very personable in my mind. In my nervousness, I moved the chair and accidentally moved it too close to the desk. I bumped the desk. At that point I knew I had blown it. My greatness weakness at that point was being clumsy, awkward and nervous in interviews. Try that for your greatest weakness. But remember if that happens to you always know there will be another interview and that you can do that all over again. Practice will make it less painful and recovery gets better.

[@louwren429]

I don't understand why you had to point out the he was black.

[@fvcking.gr8]

so you told him directly that you have intentionally discriminatory hiring practices? yikes.

[@nalen5050]

"what is your greatest weakness?" question just told me I am in face of a bad recruiter...

[@josepherhardt164]

"Only a complete idiot would disclose to a perfect stranger what their greatest weakness was, and I am certain that XYZ company is not in the habit of hiring complete idiots. At least, I would hope not."

[@Cateutopia]

Hiring Manager: Tell me a about yourself. Interviewee: I was born by the river in a little tent I've been running ever since.

[@abkeener81]

Hi 👋, Brian! How do you recommend I tie in my Toastmasters experience? I hold a competent leader designation. I’m Andrew Keener.

[@pghcraig]

Do you have it on your resume? Listing organizations and your roles when they are high level is a value add there - and you can use experience in toastmasters as your interview answer. It's a mistake to lock your answers and examples to a similar job. Also, that is an awesome achievement! I have had prominent roles with lots of charitable organizations of the years and make sure I use that at least once in an interview.

[@abkeener81]

@@pghcraigYes. I list that on my resume. It depends if I mention it during the interview though.

[@mayaraluk]

I'm curious, what advice would you give to someone w/tourettes? I pretty much have to disclose my disability right off the bat, since I can't hold back my tics. They (shouldn't) consider it in the hiring process, but it obviously makes an impression.

[@Fitzrovialitter]

I'd advise that you limit your applications to those companies that crave Tourettes employees.

[@ALifeAfterLayoff]

If it's obvious, you'd want to disclose it early - but AFTER they commit to an interview. Say "I'm appreciative of the chance to interview for this role. Before we begin, I'd like to disclose that I do have Tourette's. This means that I may experience tics occasionally. . I (do or do not) require a reasonable accommodation (explain what it is) to perform the essential duties of this role. I am disclosing this to avoid any confusion, and hopefully we can focus on how I'd be a great fit for your job. Thanks so much for your understanding!"

[@christians131]

Some companies even seek out a small percentage of the workforce to have a disability of some sort. I guess it contributes the their diversity poo but I saw this recently applying with BNSF

[@mayaraluk]

@Ryker-Volt Thanks, yeah I haven't entered the workforce since my tics got far worse after a family member passed. I'd rather not disclose it, but there's no way I can hide it like I used to be able to before the trauma. Even some of my close friends said "can't you just hold it back?". It's something people really don't understand, it's like a sneeze or an itch. I'm glad you shared.

[@mayaraluk]

@@ALifeAfterLayoff Thank you for responding. I've watched several of your videos now to prepare for interviews, and they've been helpful. This though has been one of the main things on my mind. I have a good work ethic and am committed to doing my job well. Just got to get past that initial hiring stage. I've read that some people don't like to disclose disabilities because even though they shouldn't be considering that in the hiring process, it's hard to prove whether they did or not. I'll certainly use that advice on disclosure, thank you for sharing.

[@tjsmith3741]

I was asked why I think I might be the best candidate for the position…. My answer was, I think that’s a question better answered about you!

[@pghcraig]

That is an invite for an elevator pitch - people really miss the opportunity with it. Let me guess, no offer?

[@SR-fm1ft]

Another good answer to the question “why do you want to work here?” Try “I’m here ain’t I!”

[@SR-fm1ft]

“I’m highly motivated cause I need money. I have skills that you need so I add value. Give me some if your money and I’ll apply some of my skills. Give me a little more money and I’ll give you a little more effort. As long as the check clears I’ll contribute”

[@SecularMentat]

I recently answered the 'What's my greatest weakness' a little too honestly. And I said I work fast, and some times that means details suffer. I was being sincere. That is a problem I have. But I also work in a hospital lab, errors are a huge pitfall of the field, but everyone has them so I feel being honest about it is the best policy. Granted, the way they count errors there benefits people who don't catch their own errors due to selection bias, but that's neither here nor there. I should have been more prepared for this question.

[@fumanpoo4725]

Why do you want to work here? So I can eat and not be homeless... What is your biggest weakness? I hate working...

[@Domain_Man1]

"Why do you want to work for us?" Well, besides just being here out of curiosity, I'd like to find out more about what I'm walking into, I mean for all I know, this could be the most terrible, conflict-ridden place on earth and full of unqualified, wannabe, tyrant managers, hell bent on destroying the competition therefore driving out any talent possible, and costing the company fortunes in re-hire fees, not to mention stress induced illness, psychological scarring and tribunal appearances and related compensation costs.

[@CEA9234]

Wish me luck

[@wendymoran1912]

😍

[@rho91]

Take an acting class.

[@scoots0077]

Tell me about yourself: “There's not a day goes by I don't feel regret. Not because I'm in here, or because you think I should. I look back on the way I was then: a young, stupid kid who committed that terrible crime. I want to talk to him. I want to try and talk some sense to him, tell him the way things are. But I can't. That kid's long gone and this old man is all that's left. I got to live with that. Rehabilitated? It's just a bs word. So you go on and stamp your form, sonny, and stop wasting my time. Because to tell you the truth, I don't give a s*%#.”

[@7767Kitsune]

Red, from Shawshank.

[@noahblaine1901]

I dont like being called out for spray and praying.

[@BezKajdan]

All those mind games and charade during interview is just pathetic, I wish we could move on from this antiquated way of doing things, it's really overstaying it's welcome. I want a job because I need money to live and you need a pawn to do your garbage job, that's all there is to it.

[@theimpaler2317]

Exactly! Why are we beating around the bush? Just be honest!

[@prohabetamu]

Obviously interviewer knows you gone lie about everything so what’s the point of asking questions

[@jackcarraway4707]

Tell me about yourself: Read my resume. Why do you want to work here: Money and benefits. Whats your greatest strength/weakness? Why don't you share your weakness before I share mine? Whats your greatest accomplishment? *Lies* What are your salary expectations: Before I give a number, tell me the range your budget allows you.

[@HalJikaKick]

I hate the whole STAR interview thing. It’s such horse sh|t.

[@erin19030]

Why does the current work place seem to be so much bull shit and ass kissing. I come from a work place time when your technical skills and previous experience meant everything. Babble babble toil and trouble. I want a good salary and I will not be owned. Like mindedness wreaks of totalitarianism’s. I’m here to work. I do not want spend my day in team meetings where the results have already been determined. My suggestions are based on a lifetime of hard experience . I will be no one’s fool.

[@JvVar2120]

Sure is a lot of bullshit for barely any pay making some else rich

[@financialwisdom432]

:)

[@__unwavering]

You know how I always get a call back? I put on my resume no children, no plans to have children. Sorry parents.

[@catz-media]

i had an interview last week and Hiring manager was straight to the point from getgo. like do you now a b c d ? and than we ended in 20 min. im glad i dont work for her

[@catz-media]

its always similar experience with Indian hiring managers. very dry, straight to the point, most often they already have a candidate in mind🧡.