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A common interview question is "Tell me about a time you had to pivot your strategy." It can also be any question that asks you to discuss how you troubleshoot.
When you see this request, try to anticipate what problems this role will have and describe how you would handle them.
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This can be code for a heavy workload. It means things are always busy, so you need to work quickly because it's time-sensitive.
Your job may be in jeopardy if you can't keep up.
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This does not mean you have to be genuinely enthusiastic about the industry, but you need to come prepared for an interview to show your expertise in the subject.
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"Wears many hats" means you will likely be asked to do things outside of your job duties. "And other duties as assigned" may appear elsewhere in the posting.
Candidates who appreciate the structure of a predetermined set of responsibilities should consider this a red flag....
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These are subjective requirements, and you may need to ask for clarity. One way is to ask, “How was the person that I’m replacing expected to be flexible?”
An agile candidate means you need to be ready to drop something mid-project and do something else.
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These titles can mean there's a certain level of expertise and expectation that you will know what you're doing.
But it can also be an indication that the company does not know what they want.
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This is a popular listing in startups since leaders are still working on the details. "Self-starter" could mean you'll be given little training and have to come up with your own ideas. It could be a red flag for someone relatively new to the field, but it's ideal for a leader who...
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This phrase could mean that you will be put under lots of projects and deadlines that will not be realistic. Most people will leave in one or two years.
To succeed in this environment, you'll need to accept imperfection. You will produce mediocre-level stu...
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The thinking is that you don't need to be micromanaged, so you can decide how much time off you take. But the lack of clear structure means workers inevitably end up taking less time off.
An employee may feel bad about taking a vacation. There could also be a cultural expe...
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Before you apply for a job, you probably first read a listing that includes vague statements like "We are seeking a self-starter who can work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment."
These common job listing phrases can reveal a lot about the company's priorities,...
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This phrase doesn't mean you can't negotiate your pay. If you're considered at the higher range of salary, you should stand firm on your value.
To know what they mean by a competitive salary, ask what the range is during the interview process.
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Tell me about a professional experience where your integrity or moral code was challenged?
This behavioural interview question asks for a quick case study, and the answer depends on the role you are interviewing for. An HR manager, who is judging you for your past behaviour
When the interviewer asks you, “Tell me about yourself”, he is hoping this question will get you talking. It will give him a first impression of you, and set the tone for the interview. He wants to establish if you can be a good fit.
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Tell me about a time when you had to deal with a challenging or difficult personality at work?
Here the hiring manager is checking your communication/interpersonal skills, and how you navigate a relationship with a difficult coworker in a respectful manner. Even if you didn’t hand...
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