Top 30 Interview Questions - From a recruiters hiring playbook

The video begins with Don Georgevich introducing himself and discussing the common issue of candidates not getting hired despite feeling they performed well in interviews. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what hiring managers are looking for in responses. Don introduces the concept of the top 30 interview questions and promises to explain what employers are seeking in answers. He also shares the 'secret combination' to interview success: the 7-38-55 rule, highlighting the significance of body language, voice, and tone over actual content in communication.

This section delves into the specifics of answering common interview questions effectively. Don advises on how to address questions about career gaps, motivations, and reasons for applying. He stresses the importance of aligning one's values with the company's mission and goals. Don also provides strategies for discussing one's resume, interests in the position, and qualifications, emphasizing the need to demonstrate understanding of the company and how one's skills can contribute to its objectives.

Don continues with guidance on how to discuss personal strengths and weaknesses, emphasizing the need to showcase how one has overcome challenges. He advises on how to talk about a time when one went above and beyond, and how to discuss reaching goals. The focus is on showing progression, problem-solving, and the ability to contribute positively to the company's mission.

This part addresses questions about leaving a previous job and how to frame career transitions positively. Don suggests focusing on seeking greater challenges and opportunities for growth. He also covers how to discuss one's strengths in relation to the job, how to talk about one's proudest achievements in a career context, and how to describe current job responsibilities in a way that aligns with the potential employer's needs.

Don talks about how to discuss one's management style, especially relevant for leadership roles. He explains that the interviewer is interested in whether the candidate has a developed management approach and the ability to articulate and justify it. He also provides advice on how to discuss a mistake made in the past and how to show that one can recover from errors effectively.

In this section, Don advises on how to discuss one's passions in a way that aligns with the company's values and culture. He also covers how to research the company and express knowledge about it during the interview. Don provides strategies for answering questions about how one learned about the job and emphasizes the importance of showing enthusiasm and a genuine interest in the position and the company's mission.

Don discusses how to handle questions about salary expectations, suggesting the provision of a range based on research and personal worth. He also talks about how to demonstrate the ability to deal with pressure by providing concrete examples of past experiences. Additionally, he covers how to respond to questions about willingness to relocate and how to align one's dream job with the company's objectives.

The final section addresses how to discuss reasons for changing careers, focusing on finding fulfillment and aligning with the new job's mission. Don then provides advice on how to ask insightful questions during the interview's final stages, which can help the candidate determine if the job is a good fit. He emphasizes the importance of these questions in qualifying or disqualifying the position based on personal criteria and preferences.

Don concludes the video by recommending the Complete Interview Answer Guide, which provides extensive preparation for various interview questions and situations. He explains the guide's availability in multiple formats and its effectiveness in helping candidates prepare for interviews. Don encourages viewers to utilize the guide to enhance their interview skills and increase their chances of success.