My "interview examples" document was a mess. I'd done a great job of writing up examples and mapping them to role responsibilities and company values. But, with 20+ examples it was becoming a bit unwieldy. In a conversation last week with Maekaila Montero, I had an idea for how to add more structure to the document. Thus, the Interview Examples Worksheet was born. I recorded a short video of how to use it, and I'll share the template in the comments! https://lnkd.in/egxDkFmW P.S. It's a work in progress, so would love any feedback or suggestions! ======= ⭐ Found this helpful? Follow for more! ⭐ I help people find clarity and build confidence in their career journey. ⭐ Are you ready to figure out what's next? Shoot me a DM or leave a comment.
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Preparation is key. You may know how to do the job but are you prepared to interview for it? This is great advice.
This one time, I went overboard. And overprepared for an interview. I got rejected but learned a valuable lesson. A few years ago, I prepared 24 stories for an interview. One for every behavioral question I could think of. I made a big spreadsheet. I spent little time rehearsing. I figured I'd look at some keywords and magically remember all the details. But when I jumped into the interview, I realized that approach didn't work. During the interview, I couldn't find the right story for each question quickly. I had to tell my interviewer I was struggling to find a story. My delivery was clunky and robotic. And I didn't answer my interviewer's questions. I got rejected. To be fair, I would have rejected me too. Then I wondered what would happen if I prepared a handful of stories instead. So I decided to narrow it down to 5 stories. 5 is a handful right? Just 5 stories, but I'll describe different aspects of each story, like conflict, failure, and so on — depending on the question. I rehearsed my delivery as well. Over and over and over. I wanted my responses to sound organic. I didn't want to read anything. In my next interview, my responses were crisp. I recalled information quickly. I could answer any question because I knew them so well. And my delivery felt natural. I moved on to the next round easily. And that's when I realized preparation isn't just knowing what to say, but knowing how to say it. Because of that when I work with my clients, I help them craft their 5 core stories and help them rehearse delivery every week with mock interviews. -- 👋 Hi, I'm Jonathan. I help people in tech get job offers with hands on coaching and mentoring. #techjobs #jobseekers #newgrads #students #interviewpreparation
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To succeed in your first interview, preparation and confidence are key. Project enthusiasm, engage with thoughtful questions, and back your answers with real-life examples to show your skills and suitability for the role. Here's a breakdown of what you can do: - Be confident: Use body language, a firm handshake, and clear communication. - Show excitement: Express genuine enthusiasm for the company. - Be genuinely curious: Ask insightful questions. - Strengthen your answers: Support them with specific examples. - Send thank-you notes: Follow up with gratitude. ➡️ Save & Share with your connections! 💼 ➡️ Turn on post notifications 🔔 for daily insights into statistics and data analysis by me! 📊📈 ⭐ I hope you all will achieve what is best for your future! 🔮 #interviewsuccess #firstinterview #interviewprep #interviewskills #jobsearchtips #datawithdisha
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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿? Here's the truth: It's not about knowing everything. It's about handling uncertainty with confidence. Picture this: You're in an interview. The question hits you. Your mind goes blank. And that's normal! Here's how you should deal with it: 1. They Own It ❌ "Sorry, I don't know" ✅ "That's an interesting problem I haven't encountered yet" 2. They Show Problem-Solving ❌ Awkward silence ✅ "Let me think about this logically..." 3. They Bridge Knowledge Gaps ❌ Making up answers ✅ "While I haven't used X, I've worked with Y which has similar principles..." 4. They Ask Smart Questions ❌ "Can you tell me the answer?" ✅ "Would you mind if I clarify a few points about..." 5. They Stay Curious ❌ Giving up ✅ "I'd be interested in learning more about this approach" Remember: Interviewers aren't just testing knowledge. They're evaluating - ➡ How you handle challenges? ➡ How you think? ➡ How you learn? 👇 If you have any questions around interviews, drop them in the comments below - I will cover them in my next post!
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Great advice for interviewing - prepare 5 stories (I recommend using STAR framework) and use those to frame responses to behavioral questions.
This one time, I went overboard. And overprepared for an interview. I got rejected but learned a valuable lesson. A few years ago, I prepared 24 stories for an interview. One for every behavioral question I could think of. I made a big spreadsheet. I spent little time rehearsing. I figured I'd look at some keywords and magically remember all the details. But when I jumped into the interview, I realized that approach didn't work. During the interview, I couldn't find the right story for each question quickly. I had to tell my interviewer I was struggling to find a story. My delivery was clunky and robotic. And I didn't answer my interviewer's questions. I got rejected. To be fair, I would have rejected me too. Then I wondered what would happen if I prepared a handful of stories instead. So I decided to narrow it down to 5 stories. 5 is a handful right? Just 5 stories, but I'll describe different aspects of each story, like conflict, failure, and so on — depending on the question. I rehearsed my delivery as well. Over and over and over. I wanted my responses to sound organic. I didn't want to read anything. In my next interview, my responses were crisp. I recalled information quickly. I could answer any question because I knew them so well. And my delivery felt natural. I moved on to the next round easily. And that's when I realized preparation isn't just knowing what to say, but knowing how to say it. Because of that when I work with my clients, I help them craft their 5 core stories and help them rehearse delivery every week with mock interviews. -- 👋 Hi, I'm Jonathan. I help people in tech get job offers with hands on coaching and mentoring. #techjobs #jobseekers #newgrads #students #interviewpreparation
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During my interview experiences, I've encountered guesstimate questions, realizing their significance in fields like market research. These questions are crucial for assessing problem-solving skills and critical thinking. To share my insights, I've created a simple presentation highlighting the importance of guesstimates. Your feedback is welcome as I aim to refine and enhance this concept further. #Guesstimates #ProblemSolving #MarketResearch #InterviewPrep"
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Stuck in an interview? It’s okay to say you don’t know. 🤷♂️💡 I once got a question wrong. I said I didn’t know, but explained how I would try to solve it. The interviewer helped me out, and I got it! 🌟👍 Here’s how to get better at learning and working with others: 1. See hard stuff as a chance to learn. 📚 2. Share what you think and listen to advice. 🗣️👂 3. Really listen when others talk to learn more. 🤓 Saying ‘I don’t know’ is the first step to ‘Now I get it!’ 🚀 #LearningIsCool #TeamPower #SoftwareJobs #InterviewTips
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5 Interview Mistakes I’ve Learned Over the Years I’ve been on both sides of the interview table and here are the top 5 lessons I’ve learned: 1) Sounding Too Rehearsed Overprepared answers sounds robotic. Interviewers value honesty and the ability to think on your feet. A genuine, thoughtful pause can be more impressive than a perfectly rehearsed response. 2) Talking too much or too little Oversharing and dominating the conversation or giving short, vague answers, both can hurt your chances. Finding a balance—giving clear, concise answers, but also providing enough details to showcase your skills and experiences is the key. 3) Rambling Without Answering the Question Getting sidetracked and losing sight of the interviewer's original question gives the impression that we are all over the place. Staying focused on the question at hand and taking a moment to think then responding directly can leave a positive impression. 4) Not Preparing for Common Interview Questions Being caught off guard by typical questions like “Tell me about yourself” or “What’s your greatest weakness?” can signal a lack of preparation. Anticipating common questions and preparing thoughtful, honest responses that highlight your strengths and growth areas stands out. 5) Underestimating the Power of Storytelling Storytelling is the key to highlight your experience. When you frame your achievements as part of a larger journey—challenges faced, lessons learned, impact made—the connections become stronger. People don’t just want to know what you did, but also how you did it & why it mattered. What is a common interview mistake you have made, and what did you learn? Share your thoughts! #JobInterviews #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #LearningFromMistakes #InterviewTips #JobSearch
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2moHere's the worksheet: https://gifted-brake-ee2.notion.site/Interview-Examples-Worksheet-118686704f918039b7cbf65be28c09a3 The video walkthrough is also embedded in the Notion page for quick access.