You're Hired! Impressive Interview Answers

I wish a book like this was available when I was looking for a job. This book gives a good insight into what is looked for during an interview. I found it to be a detailed, easy read, that covered so many areas. It was very well laid out and talks you through the interview process, how to prep for the interview, during the interview as well as covering some great areas like task-based questions, thought-based questions and people-based questions. This book will be a great addition to our Careers Library for students as they embark on the next stage of their journey.

This is so much more than impressive answers to interview questions. It provides an insight into the whole interview process; preparing you for every step. I like the fact that it outlines what to expect at an interview and gives you some guidance on how to approach the questions you may be asked. Breaking is down into task-based, thought-based and people-based questions is especially helpful, as it allows you to identify these types of questions whilst giving you advice on how to answer them and actual examples. The fact that it provides examples for entry level, middle management and senior management questions means this book is useful not just for School leavers and graduate but also experienced candidates.

It’s easy to dip in and out of. The “in a nutshell” sections provide good summarise. It's easy to read and follow. I particularly like the activities, which can be used to prepare for interviews. The CAR model of response (Circumstance, Action and Result) is a new way of approaching interviews, but I believe the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) forces you to add more detail and reflection.

All in all , this is a useful guide for anyone preparing for an interview.