Job Interview ENDING Mistakes! The Things You Should NEVER Say At The End Of The Interview!

[@TheKing99883]

Listen to this. So I have been spending about 8 solid months of grinding for a proper job. Have done about 10-15 interviews for jobs I actually wanted and could not land and even had amazing connections in those companies. I was watching all kinds of videos and none of the advice was working. It got so frustrating and at times I got so down. But my latest interview I watched this video the day before and got the offer a day after interviewing. It's for one of the biggest asset management companies in Canada. Something about the mindset section of this one just clicked and I realized you have to be 100% confident. On top of that you have to be in the zone and ace every question, which if you have the confidence you will be able to. To whoever out there reads this, just keep going and Never.Give.Up. Failure truly forces you to revaluate how you approach things. Thank you to The Financial Controller!☺

[@TheFinancialController]

Thank you for sharing your story!

[@veghester3204]

What a troll story, it’s common sense to be confident in an interview 🤦🏻‍♂️ …

[@astridwib8]

@@veghester3204there are times when you feeling not confident enough during interview. So every person has different kind of self confidence?

[@cyanrover2143]

Honestly I gotta disagree about the money thing. Too many of the jobs I've interviewed for don't give any salary range whatsoever. And I've had times where I do the whole 2-3 interviews with companies, refraining from asking about money so I don't "look bad", only to find they're offering a salary below expectations or even market. If me asking about salary is a disqualifier (even though no one is just working just to be working...) then fine. But I don't have time to go through 3 interviews never knowing what you're intending to offer me.

[@AstroKidLo]

If you can’t talk about the pay, the job is most likely shady and I wouldn’t want to work for them. It’s laughable recruiters try to push this culture. It’s hypocrisy at its peak. They always throw costs and figures in your face but it’s a no no when you talk figures too? Another thing too is that a lot of jobs/recruiters will just ghost you without giving you a clear rejection/acceptance. But if you do it it’s “unprofessional” but they do it and it’s “I’m sorry we were so busy”. The company always has an excuse. All of that are red flags of a bad company.

[@ragebait988]

You’ll know before you start so you can decline or negotiate for more when you get an offer.

[@bobbyknight3589]

Yes but you should all ready know what the pay scale ⚖️ is though and that it higher than the place you use to work

[@sweetie2298]

Exactly, so if organisations doesn't like you asking this question then why doesn't it state it before applying for the job. Waste of time really 🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️

[@sweetie2298]

​@@bobbyknight3589 you would only know this if it states it !

[@mikehoffman1475]

When explaining why you want the position it's good to keep in mind that the hiring manager often has to do a write up on the interview of a candidate they've selected. In other words, hiring manager has to get approval from CFO & CEO to proceed with making an offer, so help them make your case with relevant details of why you would be a good fit, what you can contribute, and opportunities you have identified with the position.

[@jenniaustin6992]

About to have my very first interview in the industry and this was very informative and encouraging. Not only this video but all of your videos have been immensely helpful. Thank you SO much for contributing your knowledge and passion to helping others succeed too! We all need each other!

[@TheFinancialController]

Thank you for the kind words and best of luck

[@jenniaustin6992]

@@TheFinancialController I got the job! 😁🙌 Thanks again!

[@hannahpawlowski3732]

As much as I enjoy your videos, I am so happy to see the comments of dissent regarding salary and compensation discussion. Since an interview is a two sided street, a candidate should be assessing fit for their own needs. Learning about compensation at the final stage of the interview leaves no chance for the candidate to determine if pursuing this position will allow them to support their family. People work to live, and putting off the discussion is disrespectful to the candidate. I have gone through hiring processes with as many as 7 rounds of interviews. Imagine what a waste of time it would be (to both parties) to learn that late in the process the compensation package or budgeted ceiling was less than acceptable.

[@sweetie2298]

Exactly , who has got time to waste! We all working to make a living and keep food on the table. Why would you wait until you got offered the job to find out if they will even pay what you need to survive. It's not fair when employers done tell you what you would be expecting. I am looking for a new job in a totally different career and I already know that I am not willing to accept anything less than I would be comfortable living on !! Especially with cost of living it's even more tough on us working class people 🙄

[@annabrown7845]

I think it’s fine to ask what the next steps are or what their timeframe is for making decisions and having someone start in the role. You want to know when to expect to hear back one way or another. That’s the least a company can do; after all , the candidates have taken time out of their busy days to interview. It’s a two way street.

[@searphhoney]

These are useful tips. Thank You. I never ask about the pay, but it's a question that stays in the back of my mind when I apply for the job. I wish companies would list the pay in their job announcements. I don't understand why they don't provide this information when their starting salary is none negotiable. It seems like a waste of time/money for the hiring department to review resumes, assessments & interview candidates to determine in the end that the candidate can't accept the job due to pay.

[@TheFinancialController]

Thanks and totally agree

[@Audiovisual00]

Very well said.I waste my transport fee, fuel and time and after completing the interview they disclose the salary which would be just 25 pc of what I am already earning.

[@kevinerose]

So true and also I wish companies would promptly remove jobs as they are filled. So many times I call up about a job only to find out it had already been filled.

[@gmensfashionblog3966]

Asked "when are you coming back to me ?" Is not bad at all and must be asked ! Because nobody want to loose time or it might be that the candidate is on the final stage with other companies. So I think it's fair question to ask actually. Interview is also kind of negotiation so as candidate I won't let the hiring manager / companies be the strongest part even if they really are... At least form me always worked well by asking that question

[@maeschder]

It all depends on the phrasing i would say. "Within what kind of time frame can i expect to get your decision?" I never keep quiet that i have multiple options, and that i dont have unlimited time to wait for rejections or positive replies. Companies should not be in a position where they can just string you along for weeks to months (this happens more than one might think!).

[@haileyploense3368]

The one thing I disagree with is not asking the pay. I very, very rarely see listed salaries/rates in my area. Most of the time they do mention the range in the initial screening which is nice but I wish they’d just list the damn range. I don’t negotiate at that time, it’s just good to know. If the pay isn’t worth it then I’d rather not waste my time or their time either.

[@vanashomutande5215]

Hope I look back at this while employed and appreciate this advice. Today I had the worst interview ever.

[@TheFinancialController]

Sorry to hear this!

[@endinakomali5158]

The next time you’ll do better !

[@bossssss]

What breaks you makes you.

[@edwinelorm774]

It is well

[@christopherbaby3842]

I've always felt like the phone screen was the best spot to ask about salary since it gets it out the way for the remainder of the interviews and decreases some of the anxiety I have going in to a job. I don't care how awesome the soft perk of the job are, if they're paying far below what your salary requirement is there likely isn't any wiggle room in their budget and it saves both parties time. Having been on the hiring side for some managerial positions it's pretty frustrating to get to the end of the process and then find out that your favorite candidate has 1.5x the salary requirement you're budgeted for. The other reason I like the phone screen is that they can answer the question without making it awkward unlike it would be if you have to ask the team you'd be reporting to. I never lead with the money question but if it isn't advertised I feel compelled to ask what the salary range is for the position. I'd love to hear some of the reasoning on not asking the phone screener. I love your videos and have been bingeing this channel for an interview I have coming up.

[@TheFinancialController]

You are not wrong. But money has a tendency to make the conversation awkward and first impressions last. I rather have a clean friendly chat and then ask it in a follow up note.

[@christopherbaby3842]

@@TheFinancialController thank you so much for responding! Interesting idea with the follow up note. Your channel is amazing.

[@kennygee2715]

@@TheFinancialController You know what's more awkward? Taking multiple days off work and wasting time only to find out the job pays too little to even consider.

[@jenniferabel2811]

@@TheFinancialController This should not be an awkward topic. As the interviewed, it is true that I never asked questions about the benefits of a position to me. But as an interviewer, I've always communicated to candidates the pay range and an idea of how long it would be before they would be contacted. Why would I withhold that information? An ambitious team player who wants the job is still a human being who is offering an exchange, not a servitude. The culture of the interview should recognize that.

[@jdmoore67]

Excellent Guide!!!

[@wa1w511]

I've interviewed for jobs in which the same person interviewed me at a different company a few years later. I didn't not get chosen the first time, but I was chosen the second time. Don't screw up the first interview, because there might be another one down the road with the same person.

[@mwaseem1992]

Great touch of dating example. Regarding money, in my experience, it's good to talk about money because the companies are usually looking for a diamond with the budget of a stone. It will save time and energy for both the company and candidate if the candidate is already making more than the offer.

[@sethliaros4308]

Your videos are absolutely the best. You helped me so much in preparation for my interview. I landed an amazing opportunity with a dream company.

[@citizenoftheyearCC]

Hey Bill - fellow Auditor here. Been binge watching your content this week. First time I disagreed with you on something. I don't think the question "When will you get back to me?" is a desperation question. Typically you are interviewing with several companies at once so you want to make sure they are getting back to you in a timely manner so you know when the timeline.

[@anastasiav626]

I agreed to that.

[@alienboogieman]

Well if that was the case then why would you feel the need to ask that to the interviewer when they will get back to you if you already have met with other companies and waiting for them? If you even mention that to a company they will see you don't care much about working for them since you already have others in the line. And that shows arrogance and pride in the way "why wouldn't you hire me?" No one likes someone whose cocky to the point of being big headed. Food for thought.

[@citizenoftheyearCC]

@@alienboogieman IDK about that. If you are a top talent, you are likely applying to many jobs. Just like the company is interviewing more than one person, you SHOULD be interviewing with multiple companies. Not doing so isn't empowering you to make the best choice about your career and limits your options.

[@alienboogieman]

@@citizenoftheyearCC sure but at the same time people should know where they want to specialize and what company they truly want to work for. Applying for 3 companies is one thing but people who keep applying and interviewing to me seems like a sense of fear that they want to have a plan B, C and D. It's like playing your cards at the poker table you don't want to play your hand early and commit to a pot you know you can win while not letting the opponent know that so you can squeeze more chips out of them. But in the end it's about understanding both sides and choosing which one agrees with yourself personally.

[@lovejoshua1576]

Hey Bill thanks so much for the advice. I want to go for an interview for the first time as an accountant in a hotel what should I expect as a question

[@counterleo]

It's a transactional relationship. I bring skills and time, they bring money. If they don't want to discuss that at an interview then just list it beforehand, it's that simple. My time is worth more than sitting in traffic on the way to an in-person interview unless I already know the offer is suitable.

[@charlesshorrock]

Thanks for your video. I do think it is important to approach job interviews with confidence and as a hiring manager I also want to hear each candidates value proposition in terms what the impact they can bring to the company. Just as much as that, however, I absolutely expect to be asked questions about what value our company brings to the candidate. An employment relationship involves 2 parties both with something to offer. I think nearly all of your never ask questions could be asked as is , with only the commute and how many applicants really needing to be reframed. For the specific questions about the salary and turnaround time, not only is it entirely appropriate, I'd go so far as to say shame on me as the interviewer if they have to ask because I haven't already provided those details. In my experience, the best long term employment relationships come out of job interviews that are focused on exploring the potential for mutual benefit and whether or not that meets everyone's needs.

[@ma.gellieocan1867]

Totally agree!!

[@eiengel8563]

as always excelent information, thank you by bookkeeper position Can I ask 1. There are a mandatory audit in progress ? How is integrated the accounting department 3. Do you think that my profile fill with the bookkeeper position? 4. I know that I need to improve my English level and learn how is the Canadian bookkeeping process I know that is so similar to México because both countries belong to OCDE, but I am willing to learn all the necessary and dedicate more hours of me free time to achieve all the task and do my best.

[@breakingstyles22]

Thank you the advice and helping with my preparation. I've definitely these mistakes before. Your tips are gold.

[@TheFinancialController]

Thanks and wishing you good luck

[@Dabymagic]

I actually appreciate your tips. Though i have always asked or left the interviews i did for my recent jobs knowing when to hear from them. So i think its not that bad to ask when one expects a follow up call or email.

[@LionlankaLabs]

I am from.srilanka. i have 4 years of internal audit (EY and Deloitte)and 4 years of accounts experience. I am coming to florida. There will be 1 year career gap. Is it a trouble to find a audit or accounts job? American employers consider the career gaps?

[@RuyuHellen-cr6hr]

Thank you for sharing. As a student, I needed this information for preparation.

[@TheFinancialController]

You are so welcome!

[@nandhinir3337]

This is very helpful. I wish I watched this video before. Because I asked 'when are you gonna get back to me?' And I got rejected.

[@richardbernal4119]

Got hired as finance specialist thank you for your tips , love your content 🙏

[@masimahmood8833]

Love it your the big brother we all need in time of our need when landing jobs and also accounting questions. God bless you

[@wiscounter]

I don't think it would hurt to mention a great commute during a relaxed portion of the interview. The hiring person not only wants to know if you can do the job, they also want to know that they can trust you to keep showing up. So many new hires flake out and quit. But no, you shouldn't list personal benefits as your main selling points.

[@TheFinancialController]

I don’t disagree, it depends how casual the interview gets

[@SoCal90755]

Agreed!

[@DreamFirms]

This would help a lot of people! Job interviews can be nerve-racking for some!

[@TheFinancialController]

Thanks Tyler!

[@tranquang2330]

What about "What are the next steps after this interview?". I guess this is equivalent to "When can I expect to hear back from you?". A timeframe to expect a result from the interview will make it easier to plan ahead as I think we all apply and interview for multiple companies at a time.

[@StellaPhue53]

They are very useful tips for me. Thanks a lot Sir.

[@tracy4813]

Your dating analogy was fantastic! 😂 Your videos are outstanding!

[@sriniwaasmaramgantti7273]

Great insights Bill. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@louisamery]

I have a question , in case we apply for a role of controller in an industry while your previous role was in banking cash management , how can we convince the interviewer that our background or skills can be as an add value for the role even the lack of experience in such role but only knowledge.thank you in advance .

[@joymendiola5792]

Sana noon pakita napanood. Ang gaganda ng content nyo po na papalakas po ninyo yung loob ko. May interview ako sa monday; sana makapasa ako. Thank you !

[@denehom5740]

Great pointers. I have zero experience as an account clerk, however I am self studying and learning from research. Position doesn’t require experience or degree as entry account clerk.. I’ve been in administration for over 20 years do I have a chance?

[@bridgeth6629]

If I have the choice between applying for a job where the compensation is published up front or the salary is revealed at the end of the interview process, I will absolutely choose to apply to the company that demonstrates it's transparency by revealing the compensation range up front. People apply to jobs because they need money to live. If someone is without a job and has no income, making the job hunting process as time-efficient as possible is critical. If a hiring manager isn't prepared to discuss compensation at the first interview after the phone screen, it could potentially be a big waste of time for both, the candidate and the company if the compensation being offered is below market expectations.

[@TheFinancialController]

Bridget I agree with the upfront part and the law is moving in that direction (CA, CO, etc). I would at least then wait to the 2nd half of the call to bring it up if not published.

[@karenkarenkl]

Very useful!🙏🏻

[@Thelastgeneration1]

This is great, it helps much. Focus on what can you give to the Company and tot the role.

[@TheFinancialController]

Yess!

[@tommyjackson1745]

Great video I appreciate the advice!

[@elmerwilliams2442]

I disagree about waiting to ask about the money question. I am in the job hunt now and have seen hundreds of postings in which all they advertise is "competitive salary". I think if done well, you can ask in the first interviews. This way, we can both understand where we are. If you say competitive salary but the employer knows they are only hiring at 40k and I need 50k to even consider it, why waste each others time if there is no chance I could take the job and support my family.

[@ideearchie7435]

Thank you, this was good advise

[@evansjuma3831]

Many thanks for your advise Bill!

[@TheFinancialController]

Great :)

[@CIE903]

I love your videos! I had an interview yesterday, and it went great. I always mention my ability to self-review, as you said in one of your previous videos.

[@TheFinancialController]

That is awesome!

[@LionlankaLabs]

I am 34 years and age is considerable ?

[@Hvftyhvbf-66457]

Hi, how was your experience in USA, hope you get what you’re looking for

[@RamJagtap]

Excellent tips sir & thanks a ton!

[@bossssss]

Questions to ask: could you tell me what are the challenges in the first few weeks of this job if I am offered the role. You can then touch briefly on the challenges to let the interviewer know you can handle the challenges

[@TheFinancialController]

Yes, good one

[@MrTush25]

Companies themselves now, or recruiters to begin with are bringing up compensation themselves, right at the screening and again in subsequent interviews. I say compensation should be mentioned by both parties as early as possible so expectations are clear and there is no misunderstandings and even deceptions about what the compensation should be. I say if compensation is not mentioned by the interviewer at all during the interview, then do ask at the end of the interview and it’s not a bad question.

[@TheFinancialController]

Thanks for commenting with your point of view on this!

[@ahmedal-khadouri2354]

When I can expect the decision will be made? I think this question is showing that I am very interested to hear back from them and join their organization ASAP. Don’t you agree?

[@TheFinancialController]

It’s debatable!

[@indulekhac6101]

Its interesting to see your career switch from an auditor to accountant as I am in the proces of the same switch...so, could you let me know what could be a good answer when they ask the reason for the switch?

[@vijayrajashree4694]

Thank you Bill... It's really usefull..

[@TheFinancialController]

You are welcome!

[@orecan8704]

Good information. Is there a way you can make this video short? I noticed that you repeat things you said.

[@zameerahmed2085]

Amazing content! Can’t thank you enough 😊

[@TheFinancialController]

Thanks 🙏

[@masimahmood8833]

So on point Mike you make things so simple and easy to learn! Thank you Mike :) God bless

[@TheFinancialController]

I appreciate that!

[@SportsEntertainment.12]

i love your video: But i think " When are you get back to me" It's not a bad question. Because some people they got couple offers. But they like the company AYZ more, they would love to know when they get back. So they can decide to wait or accept the offer that they have.

[@mableluswanga6860]

Your videos are really helpful.

[@CPATuttle]

Good video. I've thought of the dating analogy too haha

[@EkaterinaUSA]

Why should I avoid the question about money!??? That’s so boomer like mentality. Companies often ask how much I make prior to the interview. That’s just abusive to have this mind set: “you ask us about money- here’s the door” It makes one wonder why waste time in the first place?

[@saleemahmad-mk8yg]

I think u didn't hear the video carefully. The money question should be at final stage once the interviewer believes that you are the best so he will be the one who ask how much your's salary expectation so there is the place where u have to go....

[@denysebenjamin2283]

Exactly

[@MrPretends]

Regardless of personal opinion I think he’s just sharing how the real world is for these type of positions. I do agree with you, but unfortunately a candidate who holds out longer in regards to asking that question have a better chance vs one who is quick to bring it up. Also this is in the context of more corporate jobs

[@salonidalal1082]

The dating joke was epic ....... LOL :)

[@TheFinancialController]

;)

[@syedkashifali9524]

Your Vids are really very helpful! Thanks for this. I hope that i will crack the interview! :)

[@TheFinancialController]

Good luck!

[@Flowster1000]

I actually asked "how many others are at this stage?" when at the interview stage. This was for a Financial Analyst role. I did however build up a good rapport with the interviewer which made that question easier to ask.

[@Flowster1000]

I got the job

[@TheFinancialController]

Haha yeah I guess you gotta read the person but happy you got it

[@rickvangils100]

I've also had employers ask me the same question but the other way around: 'do you have any other job applications going on?'. It's an understandable question but i do consider it slightly disrespectful. It's not your business to know how many people the interviewer will be interviewing, just like it's not their business to know how many job applications you've send out.

[@Waytoislam977]

Congratulation Mr. Hanna for 50k subscribers

[@positivevibes5079]

@the financial Controller: at 8:15 about the salary, most of the time interviewers ask for the salary expectation, how should we respond to that question?

[@TheFinancialController]

“I’d be interested to view the opportunity as a whole including job growth and salary as long as it’s within a competitive range”

[@Heyy_ImChelsea]

Hi there! Is “What are the next steps in this interview process?” a desperate question? I was told by a recruiter that I should ask interviewers what next steps are, but now I’m wondering if that question is along the same lines as “When can I expect to hear back from you”

[@Heyy_ImChelsea]

Great video by the way! I just found your channel tonight & Ive already watched about 4 videos lol. Thanks for the content & sharing your knowledge.

[@aneezasonisoni9866]

Thanks for the advice.

[@TheFinancialController]

Glad it’s helpful

[@Acegold50]

I was wondering whether it might be a bit redundant to say that you have the skills that match the position. As you mentioned at the beginning of the video. Isn't it up to the interviewer to determine this during the interview?

[@TheFinancialController]

Yes, but it brings confidence and confirms it to the interviewer

[@DavidLee-ph8mp]

What do you do if the interviewer asks you what your salary requirement is during your first interview? In this video you mentioned to avoid discussing salary in the preliminary phone interview or in person interview but sometimes the hiring manager or the owner of the company will ask what I expect in a salary? If you don’t answer the interviewer’s question about your salary requirement the interviewer might think I’m not confident? * Please respond to this inquiry because I’ve had this happen to me quite often in past interviews. I’m thinking it’s an elimination process that the interviewer is seeking

[@TheFinancialController]

You can offer a range but say that salary is only one of the criteria you are considering (career growth, collaboration, etc being other factors)

[@angelaomoarelojieehiagwina2090]

This video is really helpful. P/s, I have a little challenge. I graduated 13years ago and have my MBA 5years ago. For the past 7years, I have been working for a small private company as book keeping officer. My work experience doesn't tally with my academic qualification. I want to know if companies will hire me for a higher position even with less experience in the field. I really want to grow beyond my current position. Thanks.

[@TheFinancialController]

Hi. Companies want experience. So use your school qualifications to take on increasing incrementally bigger roles. But you cannot make jumps.

[@TheCareerCypher5871]

How can I download the questions? I need your assistance. Thanks

[@mashhadsharyar]

Hey Bill! Thank you so much for the immense knowledge. Already a huge fan of your work and approach with these videos. I have a financial reporting analyst interview with an investment company coming up and I have no experience in accounting, just strictly retail banking. I recently graduated with a bachelors in accounting but I’m super stressed!! What are some of the questions I should ask them at the end of the interview that would really help me stand out?

[@TheFinancialController]

Thank you! I’ve always like “how does the objectives of this role help the organization succeed?” And “what have you learned about the org in your first few months that was surprising to you?”

[@yannilogothetis5530]

@Mashhad I have one coming up for the exact same position and I'm in the same boat you were. Do you remember any specific questions you got asked? Would be a big help. Also thanks for the quality content Bill, has definitely been a huge help!

[@RVC0902]

Not sure i agree with some of these. For example, I think it is a sign of confidence to let the interviewer know of your interest at the end of the interview. When there is scarcity of good employees in the market like, I would take this as a positive sign. I do not think this is desperation Also, In some instances, the financial part is important so you don’t waste each others time. At least a ball park amount can be useful.

[@Zamalkawy_diary]

I like your videos, I find them very helpful. I will let you know if I have any questions. Thanks

[@TheFinancialController]

Glad you like them!

[@hurricane0885]

Hey can you please do a video over how to become a assisstant controller also do you provided career coaching

[@imranmunawar3]

What if hiring manager ask about salary expectation in first interview

[@TheFinancialController]

Then you say something like "Based on my what I've seen the market pays for similar roles, my expectations are in the range of $xxK to $xxxK" Give a range but make sure the lower end of the range is something you'd be excited about.

[@rosmaryalgarin9292]

totally agree excelent tips to take care about

[@TheFinancialController]

Thank you

[@Msg87Plays]

Great video sir. How to become CPA, I am basically an Acca member from UK. Currently, I am working as a freelancer on freelancing market places such as upwork and fiverr. Offering bookkeeping services. So will become a CPA will be a good idea? BTW I myself has more than 10 years of working experience

[@casualbeans3105]

Thank you for the tips !

[@TheFinancialController]

Glad it’s helpful

[@kakademayur]

@@TheFinancialController for sure👍

[@abdelhadiredouane4973]

Is the experience very necessary ?

[@TheFinancialController]

Yes. But for entry level roles, you can just have a college degree

[@poppymeowmeow52]

Does this mean never send a thank you email after the interview?

[@TheFinancialController]

you should always send a thank you note. you stand out that way. Just avoid sounding desperate in your words.

[@rocklive23]

Is it okay to ask why the position is open (like if someone left or if they are expanding?), or does that also come off as rude? Thank you, your videos are amazing!

[@TheFinancialController]

It’s a fair question

[@rocklive23]

@@TheFinancialController phew, I did ask that so thank you! I never used to watch stuff like this because I didn't want to seem rehearsed, but I watched your videos and had an interview this week and it was a huge help. I could tell they looked impressed when I brought up some of the keywords and talking points you mentioned. I'm broke right now but if I get this job I will buy your program for sure. Thank you!

[@kiranvarghesejohn2650]

can we ask " when are you expecting me to join?"

[@cristiecang7150]

Thank you for this video. Can I ask the interviewer " What is your age preference for the candidate"?

[@TheFinancialController]

No because age should not be a factor

[@cristiecang7150]

@@TheFinancialController I gained so much knowledge of your video's. Thank you for sharing.

[@anjus3074]

Thanks for ur vedio

[@xavierkila]

What if the interviewer asks what salary do you expect for the role?

[@lanerosalyn6815]

Hi Bill, I have a question regarding Linkedin. I just moved to NA (Canada) and I'm looking for an accounting job. Things is in my home country Linkedin is not popular so my Linkedin account does not have any connection. In that case should I include Linkedin account in my resume? Thank you.

[@TheFinancialController]

Yes, it does not hurt. number of connections only matter more for people who work in sales or business development.

[@user-rn7qp6cr7u]

Hi Bill, thank you very much for all the good stuff. Could you pls say when we are asked that "what is your expected salary?" what should we answer? I mean when the interview runs up after approx 1 hour the interviewer asks about salary, so do you mean we shouldn't answer in this step too?

[@TheFinancialController]

At this point, yes but give a range

[@kumudinipatra4135]

Can you do a interview video about GST

[@TheFinancialController]

sure

[@kumudinipatra4135]

@@TheFinancialController thank you

[@KikiLo-k3p]

What do you do if the interviewer asks about money in the first interview? Should you politely decline to answer and suggest to discuss in the next interview / meeting?

[@ahmedmustafa5079]

Please the link of checklist questions

[@theuduehis3694]

Hi! Thanks for your tips. What if the interviewing panel asks the candidate in the first interview (assuming they had specified a salary range in the job ad)?

[@TheFinancialController]

If the money issue is brought up by the interviewer (usually a good sign) then I would discuss it, no problem

[@theuduehis3694]

@@TheFinancialController Thank you..

[@ncavis]

I went to 3 interviews for a job once, using the advise not to bring up money until the interviewer brought it up, I found that they were trying to hire for half of what I was already making, which made it a total waste of a lot of time for me and the hiring manager (he assumed what I was making at my current job was a lot less). What is a tactful way of asking about salary range for a job in a way as to not to sound as if it is the only factor in a job?

[@TheFinancialController]

I think if you feel money will be an issue, then you can be upfront and say something like “I think to be aligned, and though salary is not everything, it’s best if I get an idea of the pay range just to make sure it falls within what I would accept”

[@tkatugampala]

Thanks

[@vicmo25]

I have to disagree with some of your points. What you may see as "confident" could be seen as cocky/arrogance to the hiring manager and off putting....and what you may see as "desperate" could be seen as enthusiasm/humbleness to the hiring manager. I mean, you also don't want to go to a job acting like "pssst, I dont need this. I got other people who want me." because that could very easily be the reason why you don't get the job as it would seem as if you aren't very invested in it and can leave at any point for a higher paying one since you are so sought-after. So I say just read the room and go with whatever you feel is best for that particular individual who is interviewing you.

[@TheFinancialController]

Noted your disagreement here and I won't argue with you as you are right in some cases, as it depends on the hiring manager.

[@goofballbiscuits3647]

1) Asking about salary is necessary... What an insane thing to suggest otherwise. This is bootlicker advice. I always respect a candidate that asks about pay. If they aren't, then I worry about potential theft, how long they actually plan on staying, etc. Accountants have tax and ledger experience. There is so much more to business and operations management that they miss. 2) Distance from the workplace and ability to relocate or commute is quite literally how companies narrow down local candidates on Indeed. 3) Reframe "when will I hear back from you?" Into "when are you looking to hire?" Which is completely legitimate. I've personally wasted time in interviews where they weren't hiring for another two months. After 15 years of conducting interviews myself, I have to say that this video provides very little real advice. The 6 months to add value question is such a textbook question made by and for robots.

[@goofballbiscuits3647]

And another thing: everyone is sick of people trying to appear powerful. Senior leadership wants collaborators. The whole alpha male persona is immense cringe. The dating metaphor was just... 70s lounge singer outdated and lacking self-awareness.

[@TheFinancialController]

I appreciate the contra points, and don’t disagree. We differ on timing of bringing up some items and perhaps style of how to be.

[@saleemahmad-mk8yg]

really helpfull !

[@mattleofric1766]

For me personally? A job interview is as much an interview for me as it is for them. I don't want to be hired for a job I'm not qualified for anymore than they want to hire the wrong person.

[@gavp1336]

Thanks for your videos Bill! I just want some advice if you don't mind. Basically, I started out at a professional accounting firm and acquired my ACA license (UK-equivalent of the CPA). I was there for 3 years, but decided to take a short break and then all of a sudden I moved to another country and got into broking, which was what I was doing for the 7/8 years until around 1.5 years ago when I changed roles and went into management accounting. I feel the gap in my career is stopping me from applying for more senior roles and I'm a little short of confidence. Academically, I'm very strong and people say I'm smart, but I guess I don't try and oversell myself and tend to have doubts. I want to try some positions where I might not have the required experience they are asking for but I am keen to learn. Do you think it's worth my time applying? What can I do to get the hiring manager to consider me among the others with the experience? My friends tell me that every job is just like a new job so you shouldn't think about the level of experience and just go for it. What do you think?

[@kennygee2715]

The money question should be in the final round of interviewing? Why is it best to waste everyone's time? I don't want to take time off work, interview multiple times, just to find out that the job underpays by $20k.

[@TheFinancialController]

Thanks Kenny! my assumption is if you’re interviewing for a higher level than what you are today, Pay should be higher by default. Also my assumption is that your crush it so much during the interview process that you can negotiate your way to a higher salary if the starting number is too low.

[@premraveendran1224]

Usually in India, I have come across in interviews that, the HR or the Technical Personnel would ask what is my expected CTC at the beginning itself... Personally I felt keeping discussion for Pay could be made in the final rounds, I have also experimented on 1 job interview saying I would rather want to know about the roles, and how I can contribute to the company also how I would grow in the company, and discussion for the salary can be done at the end.... But the HR just didn't want to continue the interview and it was over... No regrets... But do you have a solution to this, with your experience? I am currently working as a Financial Controller in a start-up in Bengaluru, India...

[@katelee7785]

I wish there weren’t so many ads on your video.

[@TheFinancialController]

Will try to do less ads Kate

[@DiemHoangJenny]

So what questions should I ask?

[@TheFinancialController]

Make your questions more strategic about the company’s vision and how finance will help it achieve it