Job Interviewing for Leaders and Managers
50mIntermediate2021-07-27
Authors

Sarah Johnston
Interview Coach, Executive Resume Coach, Career Coach
Course details
If you think of a job interview like a test, wouldn’t it be good to go into the test knowing most of the answers? As with any test, a lack of preparation can cost you, and if you’re not prepared for an interview, it could cost you a job you’re otherwise qualified for. Interviewing is particularly important at the leadership/executive level, as there are far fewer opportunities the higher you rise. In this course, Sarah Johnston teaches you how to effectively prepare for an interview so that you can answer the most challenging and difficult questions. Sarah starts with pre-interview prep tips, like researching your audience so that you can build a strong rapport and avoid potential pitfalls. She then covers the most common types of questions asked in interviews and how to target your responses, and explains the importance of effective storytelling in your interview. Sarah also teaches effective ways to end an interview, as a last impression can be as important as the first impression.
Skills covered
Hiring and InterviewingJob SearchingCareer DevelopmentHuman ResourcesOne-Off
Concepts
Introduction
- Preparing for a high-stakes executive interview
Pre-Interview Preparation
- Scheduling time to prepare for your executive interview
- Targeting your pre-interview research
- Researching the hiring manager and recruiting team
- Analyzing the job description to stand out
Interview Questions
- Tell me about yourself
- Responding to the three most common interview questions
- Memorable interview answers with effective storytelling
- Prepare success stories to highlight your skills
- How to respond to questions around diversity and inclusion
The End of an Interview
- Asking follow-up questions
- Closing the job interview
Conclusion
- Acing an interview with positive self-talk