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How to End an Interview Like a Pro

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Asking the Right Questions

The end of your interview should end on a high note. Finishing strong will help you stand out and cause your interviewer to be on fire to hire you! After preparation, you’ll be able to use the Peak-End theory because it works both ways!

Every interview ends with the interviewer asking, “Do you have any questions for me?” Your goal is to turn this into an opportunity by assuming control

Super Steps Prepare to Make that Connection

Ask your first question.

Begin your interview by asking a key question. This will set the stage by establishing an order for the following questions and provide useful information on what to expect next in the interview process.

Ask the “when” question to get clarity on timing.

Ask the “what is my competition” question.

You want to know how much competition you face. If you’re up against 1 or 2 people, you’ll likely get the job. Congrats! However, if you’re 1 of 50, that’s a lot of competition.

The answer you get back can inform you about the company’s hiring practices. For example, why would the company interview 50 people for 1 job? If they’re interviewing that many applicants, it may indicate micromanagement tendencies or perfectionist standards. That could be a sign to walk away or reassess the company.

Ask the “quantity” question.

By asking the “quantity” question, you’ll learn how many people they’ve interviewed before you and where you stand. Their response will help you tailor your answers and make a stronger impression. They might reply, “You’re #1 so far,” referring to your ranking, which you can say, “That’s great! How do I keep it that way?” On the other hand, they may say, “You’re the first person we’ve interviewed so far.” The next question will help you get them to tell you how memorable you are.

Ask the “what makes me different” question.

If you find out that you are competing with twenty other candidates for the same role, it’s time to ask what you can do to make an impression. The response you receive will provide you with essential tips on how to improve your candidacy. Ironically, asking this question will make you stand out by demonstrating your determination and openness to feedback to fit the role.

Ask the “what is the deal breaker” question.

Ask them if there is any reason why they wouldn’t hire you. This question gives you a better idea of what kind of candidate they are looking for. But more importantly, it allows you to address any weakness.

After they tell you the problem with hiring you, respond to their fears and objections by highlighting your strengths and ability to overcome challenges.

On the flip side, if they say, “There’s no reason not to hire you, you’re a great candidate,” that should make you feel good about your chances!

What Not to Do When Asking Questions

Since you are interviewing, you can write your questions ahead of time! Practice is vitally important and can only help you feel more prepared. Make sure to write them in your voice, or it’ll sound awkward when you ask them. (If you wouldn’t say “indubitably” in a normal conversation, don’t use it in your question.)

Hot Tips!

Hot Tip
Relax! You can’t ace your interview if you’re freaking out about the thought of it. Job
interviews can often bring up anxiety and insecurities we didn’t even know we had.
What if I look weird sitting across from them? What if I stumble over my words too
much? What if? What if? That’s stressful! Try to avoid bogging yourself down in every
possible way.

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