by Ian | 31 Mar, 2016 | Answering questions
Interviewers often ask questions where there is no right answer. They just want to see how you think. “Where do you see yourself in five years?” is a classic example. It comes up often enough, particularly in graduate interviews when arguably your future...
by Ian | 11 Feb, 2016 | General tips
Most interviewing advice relates to what you, as the interviewee, should be doing. How to dress properly, how to tackle tough questions, how to conquer nerves, how to make a strong first impression. It’s all about you. But take a moment to think about the...
by Ian | 11 Jan, 2016 | Answering questions
“How many tennis balls does it take to fill an Olympic-sized swimming pool?” If you’ve got some interview experience under your belt, you will no doubt have come across the “brainteaser” question. This is the style of curveball...
by Ian | 18 Nov, 2015 | General tips
My advice on interviewBuddy.com is mainly about what you SHOULD be doing in your interview to stand the best chance of getting hired. But what about what you SHOULDN’T do? Over my years of interviewing experience, I have of course witnessed many road...
by Ian | 2 Nov, 2015 | General tips
Being effective at an interview is largely about showcasing your greatest qualities. And if your qualities bring clear future value to an organisation, you will put yourself in a strong position to get that offer letter. Indeed, whenever I interviewed...