Interviews have an outsize influence on whether you land the job you want. Even though your application materials reflect your lifetime of experience, a few hours of interaction with a recruiting team often ends up being the determining factor in whether you actually get hired. So, clearly you need to stand out.
3 Questions Hiring Managers Want You to Answer
What is it like to work with you?
July 12, 2019
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Summary.
Interviews have an outsize influence on whether you land a job. That’s why you need to stand out. To prepare accordingly, be mindful of the three things recruiters are looking for. First, they want to know what you’re like to work with. Treat your interview as an opportunity to get to know the hiring manager and establish a rapport. Second, they want to know whether you can learn. That means if you don’t know the answer to a question, you shouldn’t fake it. Instead, ask the interviewer if you should think through it aloud to show how you handle challenges and demonstrate that you’re open to learning. Finally, they want to know that you can take initiative. The best way to prove this is to arrive prepared. Have a very clear idea of what the company does, its history, its strengths, and its weaknesses.