December 11, 2021

#10 How to answer left field job interview questions

19 minutes

In this episode, The Grad Guys tackle a subject that worries a lot of people when preparing for a job interview - the ‘left field’, ‘out there’ or curve ball questions. What are they? Why do interviewers ask them? And what can we do to make sure we’re getting across the best answer?

As always, they’ll also be sharing some of their own personal experiences, whilst giving important tips and tricks so you too can succeed and Interview with confidence.

Key Takeaways:

Left field interview questions serve a purpose - knowing what the purpose of the question is and what the interviewer is looking for is key to answering it well.

Weaving in your values, skills and competencies to your answers will make you stand out, score higher marks and get one step ahead of the competition.

Being prepared for a left field question will help reduce your anxiety and nerves on the big day.

Sometimes employers inadvertently ask ‘illegal questions’ that may be discriminatory under the Equality Act 2010 - You can flip these to your advantage.

Links to further advice around ‘illegal interview questions’ and the Equality Act 2010:

Citizens Advice: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/work/discrimination-at-work/checking-if-its-discrimination/if-you-think-youve-been-unfairly-treated-when-applying-for-a-job/

Government advice regarding questions around disability & health: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/84990/small-business-guidance.pdf

If you feel that you have been treated unfairly during a job interview, then we would advise you to seek professional, legal advice and support.

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