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Congrats Philip Timmins on your new role with Master Card. Philip came to me as he was struggling to get to final round interviews. We spent some time breaking the interview process down and identifying competencies that were relevant to his skill set and the role he was applying for. It worked! 🍾 📌 "I got the job with Mastercard. Over the moon with it, I started getting through to final round interviews after your session and advice. The structure you provide is excellent, breaking the interview down really helped me to prepare and get a successful outcome. I cannot thank you enough and would highly recommend you.! 📌 #careercoaching #learning #interviews #interviewstructure #transitioning.

In interviews, remember that while the employer is assessing you, it's also your chance to evaluate them. But, that does not mean turning it around and interviewing them, be a bit more sutle in your approach, remain professional, but inquisitive, buy don't try to turn the control around. That's just annoying. Stay humble but seize the opportunities to ask insightful questions. Asking the right questions can be more important than answering questions. If it's not quite the role/company you thought it was going to be - Don't switch off prematurely – pursue every opportunity, then decide later. There's no better feeling than if you secure a role, but are able to turn it down if you choose to. Confidence is key. #InterviewTips #CareerAdvice

In interviews, remember that while the employer is assessing you, it's also your chance to evaluate them. But, that does not mean turning it around and interviewing them, be a bit more sutle in your approach, remain professional, but inquisitive, buy don't try to turn the control around. That's just annoying. Stay humble but seize the opportunities to ask insightful questions. Asking the right questions can be more important than answering questions. If it's not quite the role/company you thought it was going to be - Don't switch off prematurely – pursue every opportunity, then decide later. There's no better feeling than if you secure a role, but are able to turn it down if you choose to. Confidence is key. #InterviewTips #CareerAdvice

There's a new trend in the market where companies invite you for an interview, conduct an initial screening, and then take you through 2-3 more interviews. They gather knowledge from you during this process and then send an email stating that the position is on hold or provide some other excuse. This is a tactic they use to gain insights into your work and align it with the underpaid, less qualified individuals they've already hired. They expect these employees to perform at the speed and knowledge level of experienced professionals, which is unrealistic. Please, let's not waste each other's time. This practice is not productive for anyone involved. #stoiresthatbeingheardbyfriends🙏 #jobmafia #buildtrust 

Questions you can asked at the end of an MBB interview can be tricky - here is some guidance!

"Heartfelt thanks to “Amit Tiwari” for an incredible guest session! He provided us with invaluable insights on how to effortlessly crack interviews and build a strong portfolio. Additionally, he covered crucial topics that are essential for success and taught us the importance of professional behavior. His tips on how to prepare perfectly for interviews were particularly enlightening. This session has truly been a game-changer for our careers, equipping us with the knowledge and confidence to excel in the professional world. ❤️ #infobeans  #infobeansfoundation

I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the power of the “STAR method” in interviews. 🌟 A while back, I landed two amazing job offers– one from Calvary Mater Newcastle and another from Jurox Pty Ltd, both thanks to successfully using the STAR method during my interviews. For those unfamiliar, STAR stands for: Situation- Describe the context. Task- Explain your role and responsibilities. Action- Detail the steps you took. Result- Share the outcome of your efforts. This approach helped me structure my answers and showcase my problem-solving abilities and achievements in a clear, concise way. If you're preparing for interviews, I highly recommend practicing with the STAR method—it made a huge difference in my journey! #interviews #STARmethod #careertips #jobsearch

There's a new trend in the market where companies invite you for an interview, conduct an initial screening, and then take you through 2-3 more interviews. They gather knowledge from you during this process and then send an email stating that the position is on hold or provide some other excuse. This is a tactic they use to gain insights into your work and align it with the underpaid, less qualified individuals they've already hired. They expect these employees to perform at the speed and knowledge level of experienced professionals, which is unrealistic. Please, let's not waste each other's time. This practice is not productive for anyone involved. #stoiresthatbeingheardbyfriends🙏 #BuildpeopleBuildbusiness #corporatelife #jobmafia #buildtrust #workforpakistan

There's a new trend in the market where companies invite you for an interview, conduct an initial screening, and then take you through 2-3 more interviews. They gather knowledge from you during this process and then send an email stating that the position is on hold or provide some other excuse. This is a tactic they use to gain insights into your work and align it with the underpaid, less qualified individuals they've already hired. They expect these employees to perform at the speed and knowledge level of experienced professionals, which is unrealistic. Please, let's not waste each other's time. This practice is not productive for anyone involved. #stoiresthatbeingheardbyfriends🙏 #jobmafia #buildtrust #workforpakistan

Interviews are about cultural fit and answering the question 'Can I/they work with others at the company?' This is always best as a conversation. The next question is 'Can they do the work?' and to me this is the priority order when hiring.