Based on insights into who is really getting the job (plus exactly how they do it), this podcast is a new and simple approach to job interview preparation. Each episode is only five minutes long. This way, you can make progress even if you only have a couple of minutes. It contains one specific topic, gives you the relevant background and a clear and simple, step-by-step approach to help you prepare the perfect answers. Visit www.InterviewPreparationSimplified.com for more information on how to prepare for an interview, to provide feedback or to make suggestions for upcoming episodes..
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5/17/2023 • 5 minutes, 8 seconds
How to address employment gaps
In this episode, I show you a simple, 4-step approach to confidently talk about employment gaps.
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3/31/2023 • 4 minutes, 9 seconds
Interviewing for a new role within your company
Get ready for your internal job interview with these five steps! Explain your motivation, reflect on your accomplishments, prepare for behavioral interview questions and ask the right questions to evaluate the role and team. Tune in to this episode to learn more and ace your internal job interview!
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2/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
How to answer questions about failures
In this episode, I show you a simple, 4-step approach to confidently answer questions about failures.
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12/30/2022 • 4 minutes, 44 seconds
What questions to expect during an interview?
During this episode, I will show you a simple, 4-step approach to identifying questions you might be asked during your upcoming interview.
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11/30/2022 • 5 minutes, 29 seconds
How to prepare for a job interview in English
Interviewing in a foreign language can be challenging. In this episode, I share a couple of hands-on tips and tricks to help you prepare for such an interview and calm your nerves.
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10/31/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
Interviewing for a new role
During this episode, about applying for a new role, I will share an interview preparation strategy, that has proven to be successful for many candidates I have coached.
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9/30/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
What can we expect from you in your first three months?
During this episode, I will show you a simple, 4 step approach to formulate an answer that helps the interviewer visualize what great results they can expect from hiring you.
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8/31/2022 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
What motivates you?
In this episode, I show you a simple, four-step approach to demonstrate that you are self-aware and have the right motivation for the job.
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7/31/2022 • 4 minutes, 46 seconds
What do you know about our company?
In this episode, I show you a simple, five-step approach to demonstrate to the interviewer that you are genuinely interested in working for the company.
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6/28/2022 • 4 minutes, 19 seconds
What are your career goals?
In this episode, I show you a simple, five-step approach to show the interviewer that you are ambitious, goal-oriented and that the job you are interviewing for is well-aligned with your overall career goals.
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5/31/2022 • 4 minutes, 53 seconds
Tell me about yourself
If answered correctly, this question is an excellent opportunity to show that you're the right candidate for the job. In this episode, I will share a simple, five-step approach to help you make a great first impression.
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4/29/2022 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
What is your greatest achievement?
Click here to check out my new YouTube channel! Interviewers ask you about your greatest achievement to understand your definition of success and to assess if you are a good cultural fit, willing to go the extra mile to deliver outstanding results. In this episode, I show you a simple, five-step approach to picking the right example and presenting it compellingly.
3/31/2022 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
How do you handle stress?
During this episode, I show you how to convincingly answer the question, “How do you handle stress?” and prepare an example that demonstrates your ability to stay calm under pressure.
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2/28/2022 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
Why should we hire you?
In this episode, I show you how you can convince the interviewer to choose you over the other candidates by preparing a compelling answer to the common interview question, "Why should we hire you?"
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1/25/2022 • 4 minutes, 36 seconds
How to avoid the five most common mistakes during job interviews
During this episode, I will talk about five common mistakes candidates make during an interview and what you can do to avoid them.
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12/23/2021 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
How to ace a video interview
During this episode, I share a simple, four-step approach to help you ace your video interview. I cover how to set up the technical equipment, get more comfortable in front of the camera and what to do before and during the interview to impress the interviewer.
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12/9/2021 • 6 minutes
How to prepare for a screening call
Employers use screening calls to decide whether or not it's worth moving the applicant forward to the next stage of the hiring process. In this episode, I share a simple, five-step approach to help you ace that first call.
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11/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
How to deal with unexpected interview questions
Handling unexpected interview questions can be tough. In this episode, I share a simple, 4-step approach to help you deal with the uncertainty.
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11/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
What do you do at your current job?
Interviewers want to assess how well your most recent professional experience aligns with what is expected from you in the role you applied for. In this episode, I show you a simple, 5-step approach to help you focus on the right things when talking about what you do at your current job.
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10/27/2021 • 4 minutes, 52 seconds
Why are you leaving your current position?
When asked “Why are you leaving your current position?" you should focus on the opportunity ahead and avoid badmouthing your current or former employer, manager or team. In this episode, I show you a simple, four-step approach to help you formulate a convincing answer.
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10/13/2021 • 5 minutes, 18 seconds
Tell me about a time you received constructive feedback
When interviewers ask you questions about feedback you have received, what they really want to know is how you used that feedback to improve. In this episode, I will show you five simple steps to formulate a convincing answer to these kinds of questions that will set you apart from other candidates.
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9/29/2021 • 5 minutes, 36 seconds
Tell me about a time you successfully demonstrated your analytical skills
If answered the right way, the question, "Tell me about a time you successfully demonstrated your analytical skills” is an excellent opportunity to show the interviewer that your analytical skills enable you to deliver outstanding business results. During this episode, I share a simple, five-step approach to help you formulate a convincing answer.
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9/1/2021 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
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 interviewer that you can exceed expectations, which translates to you being able to provide significant value to the company.
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8/4/2021 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
Describe a difficult problem you solved
Since solving problems is part of almost all jobs, preparing an answer to the question, “Describe a difficult problem you solved” is well-invested time. In this episode, I will share a simple, five-step approach to help you formulate a convincing answer that demonstrates that you have excellent problem-solving skills and can use these skills to deliver valuable results.
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7/21/2021 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
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 learn more about your collaboration and teamwork skills and determine if you are proactive and take ownership. During this episode, I show you a simple, 5-step approach to formulate a convincing answer.
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6/23/2021 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
How would you describe yourself?
How well candidates fit into the company’s culture is as important for the hiring manager as their skills and experiences. In this episode, I show you a simple 5-step approach to help you craft an answer to the common interview question “How would you describe yourself?” that shows that you are the right candidate for the job.
Visit www.InterviewPreparationSimplified.com for more information on how to prepare for a job interview, to provide feedback or to make suggestions for upcoming episodes.
