Interview Cheat Sheet
Credits to Amy Gibson, follow her for more practical cheat sheets.
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I've interviewed 100s of job seekers in the last 4 years.
What truly sets a successful candidate apart?
It's not experience. It's interview preparation.
🔖 Save my ultimate cheat sheet to crush your
next interview.
And here are 6 more practical tips:
1. Prepare for the "Salary Question"
• When asked about salary expectations, flip it around:
"I'm excited about the role and would love to hear
the range you've budgeted for this position."
• If pressed, give a researched range:
"Based on market research, roles like this typically
range from $X to $Y. Is that within your budget?"
2. Tackle the "Why Should We Hire You?" Question
• Use the PAR formula: Problem, Action, Result
• "Your job description mentions [specific challenge].
In my previous role, I [action you took] which resulted
in [quantifiable outcome]. I'm excited to bring that
same problem-solving approach to your team."
3. Handle "Tell Me About a Time You Failed"
• Choose a real failure, but focus on the growth
• "In my last role, I missed a critical deadline because
I underestimated the project scope. Here's what I learned
and how I've prevented it from happening again..."
4. Prep Powerful Questions to Ask the Interviewer:
• "What would success look like in this role
in 6 months?"
• "How does this position contribute to the company's
long-term goals?"
• "Can you tell me about a challenge the team is
facing and how this role might help address it?"
5. Avoid the "Where Do You Want to Be in 5 Years" Trap
• Align your answer with company growth:
"I'm excited about [company's future plans].
In 5 years, I hope to have contributed significantly
to those goals by [specific relevant examples]."
6. Win the "Tell Me About a Conflict" Question
• Use SEAL: Situation, Effect, Action, Learning
• Focus on resolution and positive outcomes
💡 Also remember to:
• End strong: "Is there anything about my background
or qualifications you need clarification on?"
• Send a thank-you email within 24 hours, referencing
specific discussion points
Your preparation:
✅ Shows respect for the interviewer's time
✅ Demonstrates your genuine interest in the role
Be confident. Be authentic. Be prepared.
Your dream job is within reach. Go get it 💪!
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