Interview Boss

In most cases the last part of your interview will be a chance for YOU to ask the questions. It’s a chance to reveal your curiosity about the company and the role. 

In this week’s episode Sarah and Emma are picking out some of their favourite questions that go beyond the basics of our last episode. We'll discuss the art of being genuinely interested, turning the tables by 'interviewing' the interviewer, and why you shouldn’t be looking to ‘stand out’ with your questions.

Plus, don't miss out on our free download – a spreadsheet packed with question ideas to have at your fingertips!

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Bec “Thank you ladies so much!!!! I just walked out of my interview and feel amazing. I had a session with Sarah on Wednesday and we were certain they weren't going to ask me a "tell me about yourself" question being a government job, but I'd prepared it anyway AND THEY ASKED!!! I had to come up with one answer that didn't fit the best bits I'd prepared, but I was able to stick to the structure of story, what I did, what was the result and weave in a different story. Just want to say too that I thought this was my "dream job" but after listening to your "take your dream job off the pedestal" episode, my preparation changed completely and I've left the interview room feeling like I did the best I could do, if I dont get this I'll use it all for the next opportunity. Thats why I'm sending this now and not after I've heard if I got the job, because the result doesn't even feel like it matters now.”

📒  Check out our spreadsheet of the 70+ ideas for questions to ask at the end

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When answering behavioral interview questions, it's important to emphasize what you did to respond to the problem, and what the impact was. But chances are, you aren't describing the initial 'situation' in enough detail!

In this weeks episode, Emma and Sarah explain how you can sell yourself short if you gloss over how difficult or complex the situation or problem actually was.

We use real life examples to show you how providing enough context can set you up for a compelling narrative that will have your interviewer on the edge of their seat!

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Marissa! "I never thought I would see this day. Today I accepted an offer for my perfect role with an amazing company. I’ve been struggling to get an offer over the past two years that I’ve been on and off job hunting. But this time, I knew this was the perfect job for me and I had to be 100% prepared. I searched for podcasts to help me and that’s when I found you lovely ladies! I have never felt more prepared, confident, and calm going into an interview (5 one on one conversations!!!) I left each one feeling amazing and listening to your before and after episodes gave me that extra boost of confidence and reassurance I needed. And you helped me fill the gaps during those torturous waiting periods until I got moved to the next round and finally got the offer! Now I can move on to your episodes that will help me crush it as I transition to my next role! Thank you both so much for your funny, witty, and much needed content. And most importantly, thank you for helping me believe in myself. You’re the best!"

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You've come across a job that ticks all the boxes, except for one important detail - the posted salary range doesn't align with your expectations. It's a situation that requires careful consideration, and we're here to help!

We get it - finding a job that aligns with your skills and aspirations is exciting. But when the salary range falls short, it's natural to feel a bit torn. In this episode, we'll guide you through working out if you should go ahead or politely excuse yourself. We talk about the RAW numbers and how long it could take you to get to the salary you want if you start a bit lower. If you’re tossing up the priority of salary, this episode will give you plenty to think about!

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Yischa “Hi ladies! I happened upon an internal job opportunity with my company that would be a completely different path and in a moment of temporary insanity, decided to toss my hat in the ring. I created a resume (I grew into my current role from a very entry level position over the past 12 years) and hit submit. When I received a callback for an interview I panicked. That’s when I found your podcast. You guys have held my hand through 3 very nerve wracking interviews. You spoke to my imposter syndrome, helped me hone in on my strengths and gave me the confidence to ask for the job. I received a call with the offer today. Thank you both, for helping to empower others and being a positive light in this world. I will absolutely recommend your podcast to others. Cheers!”

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How and when do you break the news to your boss that you're ready to spread your wings? Especially when you've been part of a tight-knit team in a small business for years, it's a decision that carries a lot of weight (and feelings of guilt!). 

In this week’s episode Sarah and Emma debate the pros and cons of opening up to your boss before you officially resign, and talk about how you can end up with a win-win. We talk timing, things to consider, and how to actually have the chat. If you’re at a crossroads, this episode is for you!

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Mimi “After bombing an interview for a job I thought was ideal I began scouring the internet for a resource to prepare for interviews and I found you! I never prepared for an interview before and somehow still got the job. Not anymore it seemed.. Sooo I listened to almost all the episodes about interviews and about rejection and prepared for an interview for what could be my dream job.: picked an outfit, all my "good bits", practiced, and wrote  down tons of questions for "do you have any questions for me?" (Which I blanked on last time). They actually remembered what I asked in this part which was great (Where do you see the company going in the future?) Over 200 applicants applied for this position! And after a zoom interview I was called in (in person!) to let me know that they liked me the best! 😀I'm entering the trial period now so wish me luck. I need to listen to the next episodes hahaha but wanted to express my sincere thank you!”

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📄 To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching 

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Ever wondered what psychometric tests are all about? Or maybe you've got one coming up and you're feeling ALL sorts of confused.

We've got your back. In this week's episode, Sarah and Emma break down the types of psychometric tests you might encounter in the hiring process - from personality assessments to cognitive tests. We unpack why employers use these tests and, most importantly, how you can prepare for them.

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to James “G’day ladies! Thanks for your podcast. I was not in a good place last Saturday and not confident in my notes for the interview Tuesday. I searched Spotify for an interview podcast and came across your one about preparing notes a few days in advance. Your tip about listing your achievements and then making the job profile fit them was exactly what I needed to hear. That worked for me like magic! I also listened to your podcast just before my interview and that again really helped. You have nice soothing voices and good sense of humours. I also like how you don’t just make your podcast for women - as a bloke I really appreciated all the advice and I only listened to 2 of your podcasts. Thanks very much. James”

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📄 To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching 

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Look, we get it. You've landed an interview for your DREAM JOB. But here's the thing - slapping the 'dream job' label on it can bring some serious jitters. 

In this week’s episode, Sarah and Emma are tackling the pressure cooker situation when you're in the running for that golden role. We're all about helping you shake off the nerves and show up as your awesome self. We'll serve up some down-to-earth strategies to shift that mindset, so you can turn up to that interview excited but confident, letting the real you shine through.

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Kate “Hi Sarah and Emma, you guys had no idea how much you've helped me in this job search! Before listening to your podcasts, I couldn't even know how to answer "Tell me about yourself". And because of that, I rarely passed the 1st round of interviews. I was scared to tell them where I'm from because my 1st language isn't English and my job is in the legal field. I simply did not know about myself and never reflected on why I wanted to be in this field. But you guys appeared in my life like ANGELS!!! After listening to your podcasts religiously, and I meant RELIGIOUSLY. It makes so much sense why I was so bad at interviewing. I decided to attend a coaching session with Sarah. And OMG was that the best investment I've ever made in myself!!! After the coaching session, I CONSISTENTLY made it to the final rounds of all the jobs that I applied. And I'm happy to share that I finally got an offer!! They offer $20K more than I currently make, a hybrid working schedule and much better benefits. I cannot do this without your help. Please, keep up the good work!”

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📄 To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching 

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So you didn’t get the job. It’s disappointing, puzzling, and infuriating and you just CRAVE a bit of closure - if only you knew what it was that lost you the job, so you could fix it!

In this week’s episode, Sarah and Emma talk about the pros and cons of getting feedback after an interview process. We talk about whether you will get it, how to ask, and how to make sure it’s actually useful.

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Ruth “Thank you Sarah and Emma for your incredible podcasts, content and coaching! After 4 months without work in my area following a redundancy, I have now landed a job at my dream company. I only discovered you in the last month or so and listening to your podcasts created an anchor through the dark times of job searching. It can truly start to feel so hard and erode your self esteem and sense of direction and I found you really helped me build myself back up. My advice for other listeners, listen to interview boss and also trust your gut. You are your own best expert on your skills and the industry you want to be in! I had a bunch of other companies and people telling me my cv mustn’t be good enough and there was no way I would get a job without their exact advice - Sarah and Emma are not like this! Thank you for giving gentle practical advice to make me shine without tearing me down or trying to convince me I don’t know anything about how to find a job. It sounds simple enough but there are lots of voices out there in the CV writing, career coaching game and you guys are so kind, approachable, wise and generous with your free podcasts and resources. I no doubt will continue to use everything I learnt (and continue to learn as a committed listener) through my career progression! Love Ruth”

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📄 To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching 

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It’s the kick off to almost every interview, and we KNOW from part 1 that storytelling is so important, but after hundreds of coaching sessions with people prepping for interviews, Sarah has learnt a thing or two about the common challenges people have with their career story.

In this week’s episode, Sarah and Emma go into way more detail about your career story. What is it meant to do, what the common mistakes are, and the questions you can ask yourself to build a GREAT intro straight away.

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Julie “Buying you a round with my first new paycheck! I was starting to feel taken for granted at my old place; we were understaffed and I was nearly the last person in my department, while being kept on a temporary contract. Meanwhile I was concerned that a rocky employment history might mean a long and painful job search like I'd had in the past. I landed an interview for a job that would be a big step up and a 40% pay rise, and the morning of I found your podcast while looking for inspiration. I listened to an episode about 'best bits' and thank goodness I did. The interview was like nothing I'd experienced before, it was almost like a quiz - what are our main markets and how would you grow them, what support do we offer clients and how would you contribute etc. Thanks to preparing my 'best bits' I was ready to proactively showcase the things I wanted to talk about - and absolutely aced the interview, so much so that they offered me the job even though I had a pre-planned holiday during their busiest time of year. When I had my meeting with the VP in charge of my division she told me the interview panel raved about me afterward. Thank you both for your miracle-worker of a podcast!”

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📄 To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching 

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Ever found yourself scrolling through job listings at a company you're eager to join, only to hesitate when you spot more than one role that piques your interest? We’ve heard the rumours and read the scare tactics - will this make you seem desperate or indecisive and turn off your potential employer?

In this week’s episode, Sarah and Emma break down the factors to consider if you like multiple roles at the same company, and (spoiler alert) how you can apply for more than one at a time in the right way!

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Camila "Hey favourite sisters, I’m an old listener and a great fan of people who help others. I’m a Brazilian living in Perth for the past 5 years and am trying to start my career here. I had almost given up due to all the pressure from learning the language, then my $$$ master's fees, working every single second available in Hospitality and cleaning, COVID, and being an international student. But, then I saw a recommendation for your podcast, and I binged all episodes and still listening back to them! I always recommend them to others who are looking for jobs. I haven’t scored my first job in the field yet, but I got 2 final interviews for the same week… Woohoo (this is for Emma 😉). Sincerely, I was nauseous, it had been 7 years since my last one. I followed the script. I had your voice in my ears until I arrived at the building (“Listen to this RIGHT before your interview”), but not at the elevator, as I didn’t know if I needed to shoot my quick intro. I prepared like a BOSS!! I smiled, clenched my butt, used STAR methods, and took my notebook with my killer questions and some notes about the organisation and interviewers (checked beforehand on LinkedIn). I was planning to get a job first, and then send a few coffees, but it is better to guarantee the good content coming. Thanks, Emma and Sarah, you are awesome."

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📄 To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching 

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Let’s be real, you’re not getting hired based on the outfit you wear to your job interview (ok maybe only if you’re a stylist). You want to make sure you hit the right notes with your outfit, but you don’t necessarily want to be memorable and have your clothing choice be talked about for the wrong reasons.

In this episode Sarah and Emma are taking a step into the world of first impressions and interview attire. We talk through each type of job interview dress code and what it tends to mean, we give you great practical advice for picking the right items, and we tell you exactly what we would (and have) worn ourselves.

Listen to this episode to help you lay out your interview clothes (or to give you permission to buy something new as a treat)

🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Islay “Hi! I just wanted to say thank you!!! I got the dream job 🤍🥰🥹😍Listening to your podcast preparation and the coaching session helped so so much! To going from zero interviews last year to 5 this year and having the interviews turn into the dream job is actually insane. So grateful for all the help and support. I think if I’d have any advice for the process was try again- I honestly was going to give up last year when I didn’t get a single interview but spending a year working on my CV and listening to your podcast made all the difference 🫶 thank you!!”

☕ Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

📄 To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching 

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💻  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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