Job Interviewing 102: The Strategies to Master Interviews that no one is talking about Episode 008

Career Success Secrets

Host Mike Tomasello delves into the often-overlooked topic of interviewing strategies with perspectives that most recruiters won't give you. He emphasizes common mistakes that even interviewees far along in their career make, effective ways to sell oneself during interviews, and ways to stop you from costing yourself the job! The conversation covers how to maximize positive communication and the significance of tailoring responses to the specific job at hand. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their interviewing techniques and consider how they can improve their chances of success in the job market. In this episode, Mike Tomasello shares essential strategies for navigating job interviews effectively. He emphasizes the importance of crafting concise but lengthy responses (careful! not too long & not too short!), minimizing negative information, and understanding the dynamics of power during interviews. Job candidates can enhance their chances of making a lasting impression if they master the right interview mindset. Tomasello also discusses the significance of not stopping marketing throughout the interview process, ensuring that candidates put their best foot forward until a formal job offer is made.

Takeaways

• Interviewing is a different skill than your job skills.
• Most interviewees tend to undersell themselves.
• Most interviewees tend to talk too much about things that can be held against them and become red flags.
• It's crucial to articulate why you are a great fit.
• Avoid talking too much about reasons not to get hired.
• Maximize the positive in your communication.
• Always relate your answers to the job you're applying for.
• Talk in threes to avoid overwhelming the interviewer.
• It's okay if you don't improve on everything at once.
• Keep your answers concise, ideally between 60-90 seconds.
• Check in first before telling a long story unless you were asked for one.
• Minimize negative information in your responses.
• Address weaknesses briefly and move on quickly.
• Focus on positive aspects when discussing past job changes.
• Be aware of the power dynamics in interviews.
• You do not have a job offer until it's formally stated.
• Avoid sharing details that aren't needed and that could be misinterpreted.
• Confirm salary ranges to avoid misunderstandings later.
• Always articulate your value proposition clearly.

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Mike Tomasello is a Job Search coach, speaker, & trainer who helps ambitious employees get fast-tracked to the Executive Suite. Manager to Director, Director to VP, & VP to C-Level. Whether you work for a start-up or a Fortune 100, I've coached executives up to the Fortune 100 level.

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