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Hiring? Emotional intelligence can be a crucial determinant of whether someone will be a good colleague, and even more a good leader! If it's a critical factor for you, then check out this @FastCo article on key signs of emotional intelligence when conducting an interview. https://lnkd.in/gUKdcr7K

Hiring? Emotional intelligence can be a crucial determinant of whether someone will be a good colleague, and even more a good leader! If it's a critical factor for you, then check out this @FastCo article on key signs of emotional intelligence when conducting an interview. https://lnkd.in/gUKdcr7K

The #1 mistake you’re making in interviews: (It’s not what you think!) Picture this: You’re waiting for the interview to start… Going full Eminem; 🦵🏻 Knees weak 💦 Palms sweaty 🪨 Arms are heavy Wondering if you’re good enough. Whether you’ll be the right fit. Have the answers they need. ❌ STOP focusing on the wrong things Here’s the big secret: 🤫 YOU are interviewing THEM! Are THEY good enough? Are THEY the right fit for you? Do THEY have the right answers? An important question for YOU to ask in your interview: ‘Tell me about the culture of your organisation. How do your people FEEL? And what are you doing to IMPROVE this?’ And when you ACE the interview, But your gut is SCREAMING… Don’t accept the job. TLDR: Interview’s are two-way, you’re interviewing them too. Did you know this secret? What other leadership secrets do you know? 👀 ———————————————————————- 👋🏻 I talk Leadership & life, and living the best of both ❓ Want to get more from yours? ➕ Follow me, like & share this post 💜 ———————————————————————- #STEM #WomenInSTEM #LeadershipResilience #STEMLeader #LeadingSTEM #ExecutiveCoach #ExcellenceExecutive #HighPerforming #leadership #ILP #LeadershipFirst #ImpactfulLeadership

Feeling stumped when an interviewer asks if you have any questions? Here are some questions to ask during your next interview: 1. Has there been an event where an employee was rightfully disappointed in the leadership? What was your reaction as an organization? 2. Can you tell me why this position is available and how long my predecessor held it? 3. What are some challenges you believe I might face in this position and what do you have in place to help me overcome them? 4. (ask this if they ask you the "where do you see yourself in the next ..." question) What are your plans for your (position title) in the next ... years? Remember, asking questions during an interview shows that you are interested in the position and the company. It also gives you insight into whether the company is a good fit for you. Don't be afraid to ask questions to avoid future burnout and ensure you'll have the support you need to overcome any obstacles. Lastly, take notes during the interview to help you reflect on the experience and show your preparedness.

Nothing will make you more successful at an interview than connecting with the interviewer. Maybe you don't have the exact skills they need, but you are in front of them. Shoot your shot! The best ways to connect are: 1. Learn about them beforehand. Where did they work? Where did they go to school? What do they post about? But don't be creepy; read the room. 2. Ask them about their journey. 3. Ask them what makes them successful in their role. 4. Stroke their ego; everyone likes a kind word. 5. Be authentic. No matter how different we all are, we have way more in common than we think. 6. Ask for feedback! What are some of your favorite ways to connect with the interviewer? I'd love to know what you think. Comment below. Hey! Want to deliver a really great interview? I have a FREE webinar on this, dm me to get it.

There’s Fine Line Between Creativity and Irrelevance in Interviews You’ve probably been asked a bizarre question in an interview, or maybe asked one yourself. Personally, “How many bites would it take to eat an elephant?” takes the cake. 👍 Questions like these are often used in an attempt to gauge creative thinking, which is fine—in moderation. Time spent asking quirky questions can quickly lose value. 📍 If you still want to DIY something different, make sure even your icebreakers can be tied back to what really motivates the candidate, why they’re interested in your company, and how they approach challenges that are directly relevant to the job. #FrederickFox #HiringTips #Recruitment #RecruitmentInsights #HiringBestPractices #Leadership

Do NOT say this on an interview!😅👇⛔️ Interviewer: "Tell me one negative aspect about yourself 🤔" Interviewee: "I'm too perfectionist 🤓" This might sound like a masked virtue, but it is not! Don't take this lightly, being too perfectionist is actually a really bad thing. ❌ It prevents you from delivering ❌ It drives up the price of the project ❌ It blocks your colleagues The longer you wait to deliver ❌ The longer it takes to get feedback from users ❌ The more time your competitors have to outgrow you As voltaire said: The best is the enemy of the good. Ship, iterate, improve💪 #careeradvice #interviewquestions #careercoach

Interviewers, delay your intuition: “When you have formed an intuition you are no longer taking in information, you’re just rationalizing your own decision, or you’re confirming your own decision… interviewers make up their minds up very quickly and spend the rest of the interview confirming what they believe which is a waste of time” ~ Daniel Kahneman

Once Upon an Interview, The most difficult question for me was how I would deal with a difficult boss!! Well, one thought came to mind: - Understand their expectations and always seek to deliver above and beyond. Here's more: - Consider how your actions might contribute to the negative dynamic between you and your boss - Openly discuss performance concerns with your boss and be receptive to their feedback - Remain calm during conversations and avoid reacting negatively internally or externally. - Understanding your boss’s pressures and responding empathetically can lead to reciprocal support ------ PS: What more can one do? Please share your thoughts in the comments below!

I've taken a new turn during interviews. I no longer ask, "What's the company culture like?" Instead, I dive deeper with questions like: - How does the company fuel your professional growth? - What's your favorite thing about working here?  - Could you share a story of someone who climbed up the ladder here? - How will my success be measured in the first 90 days? And after a year?  - What traits do top performers here have in common? - If I step into this role, what will my first 30 days look like?  - How is feedback given around here? Remember, interviewing is a dialogue, not a monologue. Make sure it's a conversation that works for you!