Why Should We Hire You? | Best Answer (from former CEO)

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  • @TheCompaniesExpert
    @TheCompaniesExpert  5 ปีที่แล้ว +648

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    • @chrisnameless8325
      @chrisnameless8325 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      How do you answer when you don't meet all the job requirements. When your trying to get started in a new field and not when you have been working in said field for 10 plus years.

    • @edwardandrade4390
      @edwardandrade4390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Yes, sir. I do like your approach. I did use some of these answers. As a matter of fact I got called to a second interview. The second just them wanting to know about me

    • @steveyoung3245
      @steveyoung3245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      How do you become a recruiter?

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@edwardandrade4390 I'm glad it's working out! Great job, and good luck!

    • @ANSIcode
      @ANSIcode 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      UUYYYYYYYYYYYYDDYDYDYD

  • @iandemontfort4276
    @iandemontfort4276 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11169

    I've found being honest doesn't work in job interviews. I love honesty.

    • @brianwaller9454
      @brianwaller9454 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2661

      Yeah honesty doesn't get you jobs. Its who can BS the interview the best.

    • @AlexRod9646
      @AlexRod9646 4 ปีที่แล้ว +727

      Depends on the company/position. If you're applying in tech which focuses on software or positions involving interacting with people, they like BSsers a lot. If you're applying for positions involving say Research, analysis or product development, you gotta be honest, BSing here and getting caught can end your career(happened to my colleague's acquaintance).
      Point being, know what to say and to whom to say it to.

    • @ru2979
      @ru2979 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@brianwaller9454 what is BS?

    • @ru2979
      @ru2979 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@AlexRod9646 what's BS?

    • @swarlly
      @swarlly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +233

      Honest hyperbole. While you are being honest state the largest impact even though you only played a piece of that puzzle.
      Ex. You created an excel doc that tracked expenses. The company saved $100K in expenses for the year. Your excel contributed to the company saving $100K. While supply procedures probably contributed more but your excel document aided others to institute better supply procedures. Therefore you can say you wrote an excel document that saved the company $100K in expenses.

  • @raspberryboo2
    @raspberryboo2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11603

    Me watching this video with zero intentions of going to any interview

  • @robertajill3070
    @robertajill3070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9699

    I was once asked “Tell us something unique about yourself.”. I said the first thing that came to me...”I know how to make balloon animals”.
    The interviewers were kind of gobsmacked and asked “What does that have to do with the job?”. I said “Nothing. But you didn’t ask for that. You asked for something unique and I doubt anyone else will tell you that.” Didn’t get the job but I DID get a second interview.

    • @shubham4845
      @shubham4845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1391

      Same thing happened with me, once I was being asked about my weaknesses, I told him that I am scared of dogs! He just gave me puzzled look. Lol

    • @JL-is9rg
      @JL-is9rg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1472

      I once got asked why haven't you stayed at one job for very long? I was 22 at the time! I had just finished University. My jobs had been various and part-time till that point so I could go to school as everyone's are. I didn't even know what to say. Some people conducting interviews are idiots

    • @taraalan1131
      @taraalan1131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      😂🤣😂

    • @naritruwireve1381
      @naritruwireve1381 3 ปีที่แล้ว +448

      They really couldn't add a few more words and add "that has to do with this job"?... Also, that is such a weird question. No one works because they think they are unique and I doubt many people have a unique trait that will help with the job

    • @rmglover3191
      @rmglover3191 3 ปีที่แล้ว +157

      @@JL-is9rg yep. Many recruiters are there to "tick the box" vs. A hiring manager who can rationalize: schooling, maternity leave, military service, elder care. Also tough, when you get a little older and have had several more jobs, when the recruiter is completely incapable of recognizing transferable skills.
      Keep going, though Lynn. Set the example!

  • @dwightschrute4560
    @dwightschrute4560 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4816

    I wish a copy of this guy lived in my head during interviews like from some Black Mirror episode.

    • @alandruioan
      @alandruioan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Watch this 3 times

    • @alandruioan
      @alandruioan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Taking notes and also trying to learn by heart

    • @user-ko5kk9ud8k
      @user-ko5kk9ud8k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      @@alandruioan That's dedication. You're hired!

    • @bigbadwolf4190
      @bigbadwolf4190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      So you don't become assistant TO the regional manager?

    • @themarauder6739
      @themarauder6739 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      It'd be cooler if alongside him are a few other how to channels. Oh, and to throw in a wildcard, HowToBasic will be among them.

  • @christophers5510
    @christophers5510 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6291

    *why should we hire you?*
    *because i've always liked your French Fries*

  • @ulysses2162
    @ulysses2162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10343

    Job interviewer: Why should we hire you?
    Me: Well, I've always been very fond of not starving to death.

    • @annholley3540
      @annholley3540 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      😂😂😂😂

    • @ninad8543
      @ninad8543 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @adudeontheinterweb6571
      @adudeontheinterweb6571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      quick and easy, says what you want. hired. your base salary is 40k$/year don`t expect any bonuses until later.

    • @pennytrui1149
      @pennytrui1149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Great answer lmao

    • @comebacksarecool2834
      @comebacksarecool2834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Well it's TRUE

  • @nyctasiaselesq
    @nyctasiaselesq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3047

    Recruiters = incompetent people trying to find competent people.
    Often times, recruiters have no clue how to assess the competency of the candidate, because they know nothing about the job in question.

    • @StormWolf01
      @StormWolf01 3 ปีที่แล้ว +210

      Yes. That's what's the most exasperating. I start to speak, and they don't understand a single word. Then ask questions that are absolutely irrelevant to the job. I always wonder if they're taking me seriously. Why don't they bring an expert of the field to interview me, instead of some guy with whom i'm gonna have to dumb down every explanation.

    • @AOverload
      @AOverload 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      I worked for an external recruitment firm a few years back, which focused on the chemicals/plastics industries. I wasn't a recruiter, I was a "research assistant". My job was to generate a call list for the actual recruiters, by searching through LinkedIn/etc.
      I did not have a background in chemicals/plastics; I had recently received my degrees in psychology, statistics, & business/marketing. I was given a job description and talked about it with some of the senior managers (who did have the chemicals/plastics background). From that I created my list of search terms and begin scrolling through hundreds of results.
      As an outsider to the field, those keywords were critical. If you didn't have those keywords on your resume/profile/etc., you weren't on my list, and if you weren't on my list, you didn't get the call from the recruiters. So a psychology major was the main gatekeeper judging whether or not you were qualified for a job in chemicals/plastics.
      So make sure your resume/profile is using up-to-date keywords, I guess, if novices are in charge of determining expertise.

    • @goldeneyekiller101
      @goldeneyekiller101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@AOverload Hope to god that your list and keywords included stuff that was important to the job. Alot of managers I knew really incompetent

    • @Jayako12
      @Jayako12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Hahahaha.
      Flashback of a recruiter asking a Naval Engineer if he knows anything about engines....

    • @AOverload
      @AOverload 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@goldeneyekiller101 I had no real way of knowing honestly.

  • @Hyro_Thod
    @Hyro_Thod 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8582

    "So how good are you in reverse psychology?"
    "I'm not."
    "You're Hired."

  • @nildabalete480
    @nildabalete480 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4955

    Damn youtube this is the weirdest way of saying "GET A JOB"

    • @NightMare-jb5tj
      @NightMare-jb5tj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      You too bro ?

    • @Utsubyyo
      @Utsubyyo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Facts like 😐ig I'm done being lazy

    • @NightMare-jb5tj
      @NightMare-jb5tj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Utsubyyo
      Same bro same

    • @blizzbee
      @blizzbee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I spend time too much watching everything in YT so that its algorithm show me this.

    • @omikolomsadze3054
      @omikolomsadze3054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@NightMare-jb5tj god dammit me too

  • @UhgeneIgnorian
    @UhgeneIgnorian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9077

    Boss: "Why should we hire you?"
    Person: "Because I applied"

    • @anyimmichaelik
      @anyimmichaelik 3 ปีที่แล้ว +493

      Because am broke and need the money 🤣🤣

    • @jeremiahfix5529
      @jeremiahfix5529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Pfft how presumptious of you that a "boss" would bother using their time on you L:

    • @Unknown-bp9gq
      @Unknown-bp9gq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      😂🤣😂

    • @redguard128
      @redguard128 3 ปีที่แล้ว +188

      "Because out of 20 people that applied, 17 don't have the skills for the job, 2 of them said they will do the interview and never showed up and I'm the only one you are talking with that has any idea what needs to be done".
      And I know, I conducted interviews.

    • @stickyrice5943
      @stickyrice5943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Bruh.. this is actually genious

  • @quantumlooper9162
    @quantumlooper9162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1521

    "You've read my résumé, now please tell me why I'd want to work for your company rather than your competitor's?" - the Opposite Universe

    • @Johanneskoal
      @Johanneskoal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      That worked before coronavirus

    • @dricardkr
      @dricardkr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      In soviet Russia...

    • @brianbrewer2909
      @brianbrewer2909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@russmode the potential employer might like knowing that the potential employee is curious about the job and company.

    • @jimcasper12
      @jimcasper12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👏👏👏👏👍👍

    • @rosepinkskyblue
      @rosepinkskyblue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      When you’re in a field where company’s success completely depends on the quality of the employees
      Like law firms or tech companies maybe

  • @Dagger-Moose
    @Dagger-Moose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2275

    Back in the late 80's I lived in a small town and a Mcdonalds got built. I was just turning 16 so I applied. Guy asked me why I needed the job, I told him I wanted to save up and get a car. All my friends were smarter than I was and knew to tell him they wanted to go to college. They all got the job and I didnt. Not one of them went to college, I did. Being honest wont get you the job but somehow it will help you in the long run.

    • @cond.oriano3264
      @cond.oriano3264 3 ปีที่แล้ว +242

      But sadly in job interviews it’s all about lying

    • @SharXwasTaken
      @SharXwasTaken 3 ปีที่แล้ว +159

      @@cond.oriano3264 Well not really. It depends on how good of a candidate you are. If you are unqualified for a job, makes sense you have to lie. Just like when you apply for a job at company with incompetent recruiters.
      But what I found out to work: Honesty. Be honest with yourself. Tell them what you are able to do and what not. As long as you fulfill the minimum requirement for the job, all it takes is a nice conversation. Recruiters recruit people, not just checkboxes they have to tick.

    • @thekod3176
      @thekod3176 3 ปีที่แล้ว +206

      Somebody gave me this advice: During an interview, you should be yourself, but you should be the best version of yourself.

    • @DiegoMachida
      @DiegoMachida 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      This comment is gold.

    • @toshitosliba4737
      @toshitosliba4737 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      If you take the consideration that all your friends ended up working on mcdonalds and not goin to college, Idk but maybe they didnt got far, while you did, maybe you got a better opportunity and went ahead to another job and maybe that gave you the time for your studies aswell. Its funny, cause youre glad for being honest on that situation, can't blame you xd

  • @diamondstrings5212
    @diamondstrings5212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +697

    Know your enemy, and know yourself
    -Sun Tzu, Art of War
    Know the company you’re applying for, know what they want. Know how you’re fit for the job.

    • @thePontiffsSnickerdoodles
      @thePontiffsSnickerdoodles 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Technoblade, is that you?

    • @twig4661
      @twig4661 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      hahahaha, haaa.... well, technically the company will become the enemy eventually, so why not start there eh?

    • @elco-cakevinsanimationsthi735
      @elco-cakevinsanimationsthi735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      If fighting is sure to result to victory then you must fight!

    • @moshpitfuneral
      @moshpitfuneral 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@thePontiffsSnickerdoodles blood for the blood god

    • @alrineusaldore6764
      @alrineusaldore6764 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@thePontiffsSnickerdoodles I love how each mention of Sun Tzu just reminds everyone of Technoblade

  • @muzerhythm2242
    @muzerhythm2242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1990

    Another test I had during an interview at a few places: Preparedness. The hiring manager would say "I can't find your resume" OR "I can't find the rest of your application paperwork" I ALWAYS make extra copies. When I hand them the copies they respond surprised then say "You're good at being prepared and planning ahead"...Result...I was hired that day.😁

    • @lizzie7654
      @lizzie7654 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

      Yeah I always do this too. But I keep an eye out to how many of these 'blunders' happen, especially if the person is likely to be my boss. I had an experience where this losing of half my paperwork was coupled with accusations such as 'you don't have the qualifications' (which I clearly did), poor set up, weird trial day and when I was offered the job, the contract didn't meet basic legal requirements... I was lucky I had other work opportunities from more professional places at the time, so I could turn down the 'offer'.

    • @attilak9373
      @attilak9373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Yes, it is a really good idea to use such extra copies
      ... on the other hand, that "test" was based on a lie.

    • @justineromero6735
      @justineromero6735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Aaaand they could potentially use it against you e.g. overload you, give u unnecessary tasks etc.

    • @muzerhythm2242
      @muzerhythm2242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@justineromero6735 One job did happen thay way. But the others things were normal...no strange expectations or work overload.

    • @justineromero6735
      @justineromero6735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@muzerhythm2242 then you are one lucky human being. Best of luck further.

  • @Dallass66
    @Dallass66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    I was lucky to have been employed by an amazing boss who conducted the interview at a cafe type place he bought me a coffee and there was no formal scary questions to answer was so relaxed and able to speak freely. His view was conducting a informal interview let's you truly see what a person will be like in every day work environment. And that is how I would interview if I was a boss

  • @GratefulEd907
    @GratefulEd907 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2271

    One time I asked for a job application, the guy didn’t even look up at me he just said “we don’t need any help” so I said “that’s perfect because I’m not gonna be any help”

    • @kamesha9012
      @kamesha9012 3 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      Funny as heck I choked laughing😂

    • @Jeff-lc2xd
      @Jeff-lc2xd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

      Not sure if I should be laughing but...I hope you got a great job after that

    • @GratefulEd907
      @GratefulEd907 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

      @@Jeff-lc2xd everything worked out fine

    • @hadrianaugustus3547
      @hadrianaugustus3547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🤣

    • @chrismiller3490
      @chrismiller3490 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂😂😂

  • @666_lucifer_morningstar
    @666_lucifer_morningstar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +490

    Being honest seems to be a blessing and a curse. I had several interviews last year, internal and external. All my internal interviws with my old employer were bs, no matter the position. Then in my last interview, one of the higher ups was also present and told me to call him after the interview. When I called him, his first and only question was "do you really want this job?" and I told him, no. He was glad that I was honest, because he told me that he could literally feel how much I didn't want it and I only applied because I had to. I was theoretically qualified for it, but he just had this weird feeling abou me. He even gave me tipps for my external interviews and what positions in the current situation I should not apply for and in what positions he would like me to see. Now I have a job that I truely love and I am really glad I didn't lie to him, just to desperately get this one stupid job. (Sorry for my grammar, I am not a native speaker)

    • @CidGuerreiro1234
      @CidGuerreiro1234 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Sounds like a nice guy with a good vision for hiring. It wouldn't have been good for anyone if they had hired you for a job you wanted only to pay the bills.

    • @666_lucifer_morningstar
      @666_lucifer_morningstar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@CidGuerreiro1234 Yeah, definitely. I mean 2020 wasn't the best year for the job market, but I'm really glad about this. Still can't believe that he was the nicest of all the interviewers I talked to, especially in his position. He could have just said nothing but instead cared enough to help me find the right job for me, even in another company. Even the other interviewers in the group, who were directly working for his part of the company were the only ones genuinely smiling and making small jokes here and there. Speaks volumes about what kind of person he is and how he employed the staff directly under him.

    • @humphreywolfe
      @humphreywolfe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@666_lucifer_morningstar aye, that's awesome news. Happy on your behalf 👌🏻

    • @bobfranklin2572
      @bobfranklin2572 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Cool comment, but I'm not a fan of your username

    • @666_lucifer_morningstar
      @666_lucifer_morningstar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@bobfranklin2572 It's a relict of a more edgy time period and beeing uncreative

  • @DragaXZ
    @DragaXZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1745

    Company: Why should we hire you?
    Me: That's a good question but a better question would be; Why should I work for you? *leans back and puts feet on their table*

    • @Butterffinger5678
      @Butterffinger5678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +364

      *Asserts dominance*

    • @418_im_a_teapot
      @418_im_a_teapot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +638

      "Thank you. We will contact you soon"
      "I'll wait here."

    • @zerozone5848
      @zerozone5848 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@Indipender so that the person being interviewed (OP) will know if the company is worth his time.
      *You can show yourself out now.*

    • @ElectronicLinux
      @ElectronicLinux 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theguynooneremembers1148 lmao

    • @TrumpGaylord69
      @TrumpGaylord69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      @@418_im_a_teapot "I'm calling security"
      "I'm calling your HR"

  • @TacetTheTerror
    @TacetTheTerror 3 ปีที่แล้ว +640

    I've been self employed for 7 years doing multiple different forms of work with no employer. To this day I still don't understand the point of a modern interview. It is possible to make 5 and 6 figures with no direct employer in current society. These companies should be jumping through hoops begging employees to take the job, not the other way around. The "Why should we hire you?" question is one of the most degrading as it implies the person trying to get hired needs the job more than the company needs it filled, where in most cases it is the other way around.
    Interviews in general also are heavily biased to favor extroverts rather than introverts. Even jobs that don't require communication skills will often still go through this arbitrary interviewing process favoring those that can smooth talk and lie rather than those actually qualified for the job that aren't as good at communicating such.

    • @rtgbhreth
      @rtgbhreth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      I haven't changed my job in several years from just the thought of going through interviews again

    • @peterbalac1915
      @peterbalac1915 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      I've been self employed since I was 17 yrs old, i'm 65 now and semi retired. I started working for myself when I discovered I could earn more I'm a weekend than I could five days a week for other companies. I have never been out of work been through many recessions, I'm not for one minute gona suggest it's been easy especially when applying for mortgages, loans ect. Once you uttered those two words,,,self employed,, doors were slammed in yr face or you were paying premium prices for loans it certainly won't get any easier but good luck to anyone who is considering it I don't regret it one bit.

    • @cesarquintana9034
      @cesarquintana9034 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well said. So true.

    • @PepperMistAnimations
      @PepperMistAnimations 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Someone finally put it into words!
      It’s honestly such a flawed process.

    • @qgqsrg1
      @qgqsrg1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      ​@@_Kayla_ doesn't introvert just means you would rather be alone (or a small group of very close people) to relax/"recharge"? what you're describing is closer to anxiety or shyness. Although they usually are linked and one often the cause of the other.

  • @hereandnow8
    @hereandnow8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1209

    Interviewer: Why should we hire you?
    Because I'm a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

  • @thedemonslayer51
    @thedemonslayer51 3 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    He's just giving advice, and I'm already feeling the stress of trying to apply that advice.

  • @tyvenger
    @tyvenger 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    My favorite job interviews are the ones where I already have a job, but I'm interested in looking elsewhere. I walk in with no stress at all. They have to convince ME to take the job. I feel like I do great at these kinds of interviews because there is no pressure. If they don't like me, no sweat... I already have a job. It helps me be aware of my value and what I should be paid.

    • @JohnZombi88
      @JohnZombi88 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This!

  • @dataphool
    @dataphool 3 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    That question was asked of me at an interview in 1973. I replied that "i wasn't sure that I wanted to work for them." The interviewer (a manager level for the company) spent a half hour telling me that the company was a great place to work. Go figure.

    • @kathy2trips
      @kathy2trips 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Things have changed. A lot.

    • @noahjones8616
      @noahjones8616 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Just goes to show how much easier you older folk had it when it came to making an honest living

    • @samwallaceart288
      @samwallaceart288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Did you then respond, “Alright, I’ll take the job” like a beast

    • @No-yr9rs
      @No-yr9rs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@samwallaceart288
      *Oh how the turn tables*

  • @TheRyderShotgunn
    @TheRyderShotgunn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1069

    so...DON'T answer with "I've always been very passionate about not starving"?

    • @CidGuerreiro1234
      @CidGuerreiro1234 3 ปีที่แล้ว +253

      Neither with "It was either this or prostitution".

    • @nimoborgor6626
      @nimoborgor6626 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lmao

    • @AnnedolfFrankler
      @AnnedolfFrankler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@CidGuerreiro1234 lmao

    • @graograman1000
      @graograman1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      I've always been passionate about being paid for my time.

    • @-ClerzZ-
      @-ClerzZ- 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      These comments are the truth, but when it's written down it's funny and deep.

  • @sucapizda
    @sucapizda 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    He had me at "glad you asked" Im sold. This guy is hired. I don't even have a job for him yet.

  • @sandystanley1237
    @sandystanley1237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    Hiring managers are full of it. Nobody would hire my father for years after he graduated because he didn't have enough experience. Then this fellow told him that he wasn't interested that much in what he knew but how much he was able to do. Today he is the region go to man and he makes twice ad much as the best ever position he applied before.

    • @RSBPlus
      @RSBPlus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Congratulations 🎊 🎊 🎊 🎊 🎊 for his attitude with the life

    • @asimon2006
      @asimon2006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Sandy and that is part of the problem today. I see older folks telling young people when I was a your age I can do this and that and not looking at from the standpoint that it is harder for the person today compared to 40 years ago. They always talking about experience and even they had to start somewhere. I think the problem is I notice that alot of these new young adults went to college and got STEM degrees and pretty smart but their is this barrier where they can't get into the corporate world. Some due but not the job they major in. It is really strange to see. I have known young men and women who work starter jobs and at the same time go to college and when they get their bachelor's, masters and doctorate degrees employers are mostly like you are not experienced enough and I start to say to myself well you have a Fortune 500 company and all those people working for you will not be working for your long. Aren't you going to need fresh new blood to replace the existing workers you have that are aging?

  • @spicksSC
    @spicksSC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    As someone that is looking for a job in science-industry, I usually don't have a hard time convincing the Recruiters for further interviews. The hardest part is convincing the Manager (your future boss) to choose you over dozens of others, which in my field is very competitive. Also, nobody cares for your degrees, your high grades, your prizes/honors (talking from experience) - the only thing that counts is experience, even in entry-level jobs. Degrees, grades, etc. are only usefull if you go down the path of academics. So try to do internships over anything else while doing your degree because it will put you ahead of everybody else.

    • @donovanberserk4993
      @donovanberserk4993 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yoy say that as if getting into internships is any easier

    • @Camerz
      @Camerz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      in my degree (chemistry), there is a part where I can either choose to do a report or work somewhere for that term. I am definitely choosing to work somewhere for that time because i know it will help me get a job in the area. They won't care about a report, and no one will care about it after it is submitted. So I'm glad that is an option for my degree

    • @frivolousarguments8578
      @frivolousarguments8578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@donovanberserk4993 trust me, it isn't.

    • @Game4Lord
      @Game4Lord 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah, about experience. How are people that don't have any experience, but desperately want work experience, supposed to get it?

  • @favoursss
    @favoursss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Bill.
    I just had an interview and I used your videos as part of my preparation. I was not as nervous going in as before, and was actually able to hold composure and show confidence throughout the entire session.
    That, in itself, is a massive win.
    Thanks for the great and helpful content.

  • @jasonpatio8338
    @jasonpatio8338 3 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    Your making me realize entrepreneurship is the only option for me

    • @SecretMarsupial
      @SecretMarsupial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Youre*

    • @jamescanjuggle
      @jamescanjuggle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      It is for me too. It's hard risky work but the other alternative is playing into a loosing game

    • @DawsonBoyer33
      @DawsonBoyer33 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@SecretMarsupial you just killed the man, cmon

    • @PabbyPabbles
      @PabbyPabbles 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jesseclingan *y00r

    • @No-yr9rs
      @No-yr9rs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@PabbyPabbles
      "//Yo-r//"

  • @paulwhat322
    @paulwhat322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I followed this advice and it worked so well, now I'm stuck in a job I didn't really want.

  • @AndreasHontzia
    @AndreasHontzia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +676

    Them: How many years of experience in Excel?
    Me: Too many.

    • @aayushshrestha1655
      @aayushshrestha1655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      I excel in excel!

    • @Asiis
      @Asiis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@aayushshrestha1655 Excellent

    • @shemarbean1515
      @shemarbean1515 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Man I'm a med student and it's ridiculous how much I had to use it in my first year. My mom is an accountant so she forced me to learn it as a kid too which I'm thankful for. I'm also a little too good with SPSS. Imagine Excel designed specifically for statistical analysis. I like to describe it as Excel on crack. If you ever need to make graphs and happen to have a dodgy copy of SPSS I'd highly recommend using it over Excel for that.

    • @apopokate8720
      @apopokate8720 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂

    • @joytogo7478
      @joytogo7478 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How do you answer this for those of us who are not very good at excel?

  • @annabrisley1463
    @annabrisley1463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What I really appreciate is that you give actual practical tips like printing out the job requirements and taking it with to an interview.

  • @small_dropin_the_big_ocean995
    @small_dropin_the_big_ocean995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Oh well, I don't like pleasing people but I see this is the most logical and formal answer to the question.

  • @shiningtruthministries6324
    @shiningtruthministries6324 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    All my interviews were good except for one when I applied for a phlebotomy job. That one interviewer started ok asking about my job experience until she asked the bizarre question of: "What PROFOUND experience have you had while drawing blood?" She was asking about some type of spiritual experience, I answered with: "It was great to help people by helping doctors diagnose problems." She was not satisfied with my answer so she kept asking and I gave more answers but they were not good enough. Despite of my expertise and several years of phlebotomy experience, she did not hire me even after I offered to work for free for 1 week just to show that I could do the job. Drawing someone's blood does is not known for instilling overwhelming inspiration.

  • @Marina-l4w8c
    @Marina-l4w8c ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Simple and complete answers. I practice my answers starting with “well, as you can see from my resume” I got hire. Thank you.

  • @noereyes82
    @noereyes82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Hey Bill, I listened and took notes from this well made video. After 2 interviews I was given a Dear John letter; however, a month later the HR Director decided to approve my score and I was invited to a 3rd round with a pool of 3 candidates. I knew I needed to score high on this 3rd of interview so I took notes out of your video and added some of my finesse. Well it PAID OFF! I was offered the position ofDirector of Procurement and I start in January 2022.
    Thank You Sir! God bless you

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That's wonderful news, Mr.Reyes! Your hard work and application certainly paid off!

  • @seanviper99
    @seanviper99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    I lost my last job because I was over qualified for the team I was on, the guys didn't like me telling them how things should be done correctly do they reported me to HR. At the meeting before being told what I was doing wrong I showed a happy face and didn't give them reason to why I should be kept, I just held my head high because they were looking for me to shut down and be upset about losing my job. The HR was also "Note taker", pretty easy job in fairness and didn't know much of the outside world of construction. Now I'm back at work again and happier then before with no childish behavior from my peers.

    • @brianbrewer2909
      @brianbrewer2909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Glad everything worked out for you.

    • @bloomblock2768
      @bloomblock2768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And they lose theyr best (probably only) good employee and now are being charged every day just to make up for your competency, ha, sucks to be them!

  • @DougWolfe
    @DougWolfe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +255

    As someone who occasionally hires, this guy is right on the ball. Thanks so much for posting these vids, man. You didn’t have to, but you did it for people looking for jobs. Great advice!

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      I certainly appreciate that, Doug - and very nice of you to say. Have a great holiday season!

    • @DougWolfe
      @DougWolfe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@TheCompaniesExpert You too!

  • @angelirri
    @angelirri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're English is crystal clear! I could understand you almost everything. Right now I know awesome tips for my job interview. Thanks!

  • @Lynda812
    @Lynda812 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You’re the best help I’ve ever seen for job interview prep. I’m 50…. I’ve gone through a few job interviews and I feel prepared. Thank you.

  • @jjjtvatbp
    @jjjtvatbp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +464

    Why should we hire you?
    Answer: Because your boss called me and he's firing you. And I am your replacement.... :)

    • @robertthomas5906
      @robertthomas5906 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Oh... I wasn't supposed to say that part.

    • @tobiasreiersen7397
      @tobiasreiersen7397 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Big dick alpha move

    • @canderson718
      @canderson718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Seeing the expression in response to your statement would be worth it to me not to get the job 😄

    • @politicallyunreliable4985
      @politicallyunreliable4985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@canderson718
      PRECISELY!

    • @welderella
      @welderella 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      H1B1

  • @giselleandreasoliman5564
    @giselleandreasoliman5564 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    saying we are awesome at the end and hearing it for strangers even not directly gives me hope today

  • @_TheMikeSmith
    @_TheMikeSmith 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great Advice, clearly from a experienced executive. I really appreciate how relevant, timely and practical this guy is... Loving the channel!

  • @ashleyxz2031
    @ashleyxz2031 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Hi Bill, I just want to say thank you for your interview prep videos. During the past two weeks, I watched all of them while preparing for my dream job interview, it helped me immensely. Guess what, today I got the offer! I'm going to watch your "How to leave your job" video now :) Thank you again, I will keep watching your videos as my career progresses, and I recommend others do the same.

  • @kellyanna94
    @kellyanna94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thankfully my job had the BEST interview I ever had. It didn't even feel like an interview so all of their questions like this were rolled into a super natural conversation, which is such a brilliant strategy looking back, because if they're looking for authenticity that's the best way to do it since the rehearsed answers wouldn't fit in that context (thus eliminating the BS factor potential). The manager interviewed me all 3 times, and every time I felt like they were genuinely interested in getting to know me and learn more about me. It never once felt like an interrogation since I never felt pressured or intimidated, and I knew from that moment with their chemistry and how I was treated and how they were even laughing and cracking jokes that I wanted that job more than anything else. The third interview, they bought me breakfast (and offered to pick up whatever kind of coffee I wanted on the way) and took me out to meet the team. I got the job after that breakfast and to this day I'm planning on having this career the rest of my life. :) :) And it was a plus to discover how wonderful the benefits were too!

  • @warlocksden
    @warlocksden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +470

    That is the worst question a company can ask, it shows the company is incompetent and has not done any of its own research into candidates or what it wants, you are not hiring children and you should not treat a candidate like one with this question

    • @DurpenHeimer
      @DurpenHeimer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Agreed. I always feel so dumb when I get a question like this during the end, because I end up repeating a variation of the same relevant things I've already said before.

    • @aewtx
      @aewtx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      There is only so much info a resume provides, most of which is dry recitation. This is, like the video said, an opportunity to present something unique about yourself that isn't shown on your resume or in the rest of the interview. Of course they've done research into what they want. They wrote the job ad, didn't they? You know, the one where they listed what they wanted in the applicant? Only people who don't know how to think outside the box (which is, incidentally, something that's good for a job) would think this is a stupid question and think it's meaningless. You want well-paying jobs instead of McDonald's, you need to think outside the box. This is a question that allows you to shine. Think of it like if there were 2 applicants, you and another, with equal skillsets, what about you should make them pick you over the other? This is the time to really reel it in.

    • @rakyatawam6235
      @rakyatawam6235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      @S C company and job seeker are all human who both have desire and are trying to make an agreement. That's it. No need to dramatize it into slave-lord mindset.

    • @Trev9
      @Trev9 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You got my regret letter.

    • @EphemeralProductions
      @EphemeralProductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No it’s a question to get a person to SELL themselves. Which whether we like it or not, is the goal in any job interview.

  • @americanoboist
    @americanoboist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Wow! This is very good advice. I’m 58 years old and am Presently unemployed because of COVID.
    Interview Question I have been asked which I find insufferable is, “what word best describes yourself?” I always answer “vindictive “ and smile.

  • @MarinoTarot
    @MarinoTarot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +675

    Very good advice. But to be honest: the requirement lists of the companies are almost always unrealistically high. like you shall be 25 years old but already have 10 years of experience, a masters degree, extra-curricular education and knowledge (SEO, CMS etc) and some social skills :D

    • @flanny701
      @flanny701 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      apply anyway, but dont lie and say you're something you're not, just tell them what your actual skill levels are if they call you back and ask.

    • @cedrick25
      @cedrick25 3 ปีที่แล้ว +96

      Social skills? Welp guess i'm going to be jobless for life

    • @firstnamesurname2482
      @firstnamesurname2482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@cedrick25 Better start going outside and have a small talk with everyone.
      I know, it's tiresome, but hey, it works.

    • @luisdonoso6154
      @luisdonoso6154 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@gulgaffel Did that actually work for you?

    • @YTPrule
      @YTPrule 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      That’s a pet peeve I’ve had while searching. Even “entry-level” jobs can have unrealistic expectations.

  • @motorcopT2
    @motorcopT2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    He has the perfect tone and cadence. That’s something that is very useful when you are trying to sell yourself to buyers who are sitting right in front of you.

  • @tdmmoore1820
    @tdmmoore1820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I got a job offer today from one of the biggest companies in the financial industry, thanks to your videos. Especially at round 2 and 3 your videos are spot on. Thank you so much !!

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Congrats, Tdm! You obviously did a first-rate job!

  • @Peratrix
    @Peratrix ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hi, just wanted to let you know that both me and my husband were applying for new jobs and following your advice from your channel. Both of us got the job! We couldn't believe it! I'd like to thank you, I think my questions at the end impressed the employer, and I learnt it from you!

  • @saxensaxen.point.zer0980
    @saxensaxen.point.zer0980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +252

    Hiring manager: Prove to me you can sell this laptop. Intelligent me: takes his laptop and walks out the door. *30 minutes passes* phone starts ringing. Hiring manager: You're hired, just please come back with my laptop.

    • @BlightBreedOfficial
      @BlightBreedOfficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      I once got asked this same question when applying for a pawn shop. I was handed a laptop and was told to sell it, and tried the whole Wolf of Wall Street thing. I took the laptop and said “It would he handy if you had a laptop right now to write down the interview notes. Lucky I’ve got one here.”
      He said, “No it’s fine, I’ve already got one,” and pulled out another laptop from the draw 😂
      I still got the job for being creative and giving them a good laugh though. Was actually a fun interview.

    • @jango7588
      @jango7588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@BlightBreedOfficial bro I used that same line at a dealership and they offered me the job lol

  • @wraithstrongopark
    @wraithstrongopark 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this is gold for me! i swear, in all of the years i've been working, i have never had a good answer for that question.

  • @KudoShinichii1412
    @KudoShinichii1412 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wow the way you talk is so amazing howwww
    the confidence in every word you say is outstanding I love it

  • @tonyjackson8413
    @tonyjackson8413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I am a hiring manager who interviews candidates on a regular basis. This video is on point. We would be very inclined to hire an applicant who answered our questions this way.

  • @jeremyallen9624
    @jeremyallen9624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    If you have to ask, you shouldn't hire me. I don't need you. You need me.

  • @j.jwhitty5861
    @j.jwhitty5861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The last person I employed I asked the same question and the answer was "I have no idea why, I'm a recovering alcoholic who has not worked for 3 years, but I will try and give you 100%".

    • @manjula0710
      @manjula0710 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Only an alcoholic will not lie.

    • @TheParadiseParadox
      @TheParadiseParadox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So how did he do?

    • @j.jwhitty5861
      @j.jwhitty5861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheParadiseParadox In fairness; not a bother. I actually thought when the AA meetings stopped that would be the end of him but he surprised me the truth be known.

  • @benjaminbreedlove5658
    @benjaminbreedlove5658 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m in the second round of interviews, happening this Friday for one of my dream jobs. I’m glad I found these videos, they are very helpful!

  • @sniperzero8
    @sniperzero8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for adding value to the applicants who are struggling for job interviews! You being direct to the point, delivering clear statements, how u provide instructions helped us alot! Before, someone told me I was nothing, but then I met you... that's why I became a manager! Thank youuu!!!

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're so welcome!

    • @sniperzero8
      @sniperzero8 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I love you man!! How are you? Hope you're good!! Up to now i am still using your guidelines. From Philippines, to Saudi Arabia now i am in Europe! ❤🎉

  • @endebtedone
    @endebtedone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    that's great advice. it shows attention to detail and being able to communicate. the personal touch at the end is also great!

  • @geraldpolmateer3255
    @geraldpolmateer3255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Several years ago I had an interview and looked at the faces of each interviewer as I mentioned some of the reasons why I am the best person. At that moment I might have just gone home due to the mediocrity of the interviewers. Later I found out I was glad I was not hired. Their standards were so low. Not long after that HR man quit and went to work for another company. A good questions to ask is about how they handle ethical decisions. If you expect a company to be highly ethical and they are not they will not hire someone who is unethical.

  • @goodwin651
    @goodwin651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your Content is so precise and straight to the point. Because of you, I now have a Job after my first interview....I Love you man!!

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations, Goodwin! Well done!

    • @goodwin651
      @goodwin651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @UCHfYqxApaB6_DXCBuFSYG5w Thank you very much! I couldn't have done it without your help; your videos were very useful. I'm definitely going to tell my friends and colleagues about your amazing works.

  • @rmglover3191
    @rmglover3191 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    That printed, highlighted job description bit is *awesome.* I'd be highly motivated to hire that person. Most people I've encountered who've demonstrated that level of preparedness tend to be stellar, promotable employees.
    I enjoyed this tip as i, myself, like to color just a little bit outside the lines when being interviewed.

  • @Carla369
    @Carla369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the best answer. I prepared my file for the interview and I added the link to this video to refresh everything I have heard !! THANKS

  • @judijetson3065
    @judijetson3065 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    About to job search for the first time in 32 years. Thank you!

  • @Ogrematic
    @Ogrematic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you that helps. I've never been good at selling myself. I like how simple you made the answer.

  • @eddieanderson9399
    @eddieanderson9399 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    You should hire me because I dont have Covid-19 and I follow social distancing protocols making me the most reliable person you've ever hired.

    • @markriddle3282
      @markriddle3282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Coughs

    • @SHADOW-lo1qu
      @SHADOW-lo1qu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You are hired !!

    • @lordtullus9942
      @lordtullus9942 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No one has it but ok

    • @No-yr9rs
      @No-yr9rs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@lordtullus9942
      Did I just find myself a KAREN?!

    • @rosegroshek1218
      @rosegroshek1218 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or that you will snitch and cause drama and kiss butt over the small things

  • @danielbrown3262
    @danielbrown3262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If honesty doesn’t work in a job interview it’s their loss.

  • @ashy_gee6
    @ashy_gee6 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I dont normally comment on these kind of videos...but you are absolutely right on the approach on answering. You absolutely remind me of my previous manager. He was looking for somebody with high energy and he got it. I achieved his goal and more. This video def a thumbs on my end.

  • @hamedmehrvlogs
    @hamedmehrvlogs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you! I admire the mindset that you mentioned. If the interviewee sees this as their opportunity to shine and a million dollar question they can definitely do very well and get the job!

  • @usmang.a7770
    @usmang.a7770 3 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    "Why should we hire you?"
    "Because I need the money"

    • @Murunugis
      @Murunugis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      You pretend like paying to me and I pretend like working for you.. :D

  • @raajmehta1250
    @raajmehta1250 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much. With years of experience, we know we can do the things that are required but this video has actually showed how to present yourself in the interview with the right and specific answers. Thanks again

  • @veromandujano6410
    @veromandujano6410 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Mr. companies expert. I just wanted to come back to this video I watched of you 3 days before an important interview for a job I was praying for. I wanted to say “thank you”. It may be a little silly but I studied and reviewed 3 of your videos and I know this helped me to land this job. Thank you for putting up these types of videos. 🙏🏼

  • @fabiangrijalva5811
    @fabiangrijalva5811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey! Thanks to this technique I just landed a dream job!!! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. The CEO of the company was very impressed by it. YOU'RE GREAT! thank you

  • @247BRIDGE
    @247BRIDGE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Straight to the point. No timewasting. Thanks, Bill.

  • @rica8054
    @rica8054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this man. My aunt's in the hospital right now and I badly need to get that job. Wish me luck!

  • @markkeith9055
    @markkeith9055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    When asked at an interview on why we should hire you, just reply, because nobody else well. That way, you can explore their humanity, their compassion. I swear it'll work.

  • @aldonapolitano5979
    @aldonapolitano5979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    After an interview, the lower ranked interviewer followed me to my car. He told me among other things that his boss loved my answer. I had told him that I will make money for him, and that no one had ever lost money on me. I worked for that company in its' several forms (merger madness) the remainder my career, over 25 years.

  • @josephbillanes3017
    @josephbillanes3017 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfection - he also just proved why he was a former CEO in this vid. If there are any high schoolers / college kids here this man just gave you the only advice you need

  • @thumbtop9562
    @thumbtop9562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is one of the 5 minute video that changed my view regarding interviews. Thank you very much!!!

  • @conservativemacro80
    @conservativemacro80 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I was working as a temp at my current job and the manager didn't want to hire me because I didn't "sell myself". I told him what more does he need besides the statistics and my supervisor saying im the best worker that's walked in the door over the last 10 years/ Proof is in there eyes and they still want you to dance for them.

    • @dnw75
      @dnw75 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, most of these jobs are full of it.

  • @merrywalsh2809
    @merrywalsh2809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    During my annual review, I was always asked what my goals were for the coming year. I always answered “to fund my retirement.”

  • @chellyblu7198
    @chellyblu7198 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm watching this video today, I had an interview 4 days ago. They didn't ask that specific questions, but I did bring up the job position requirements and how I can contribute, I even went as far as to know what the company was about and it's history, which surprised them.. I asked my questions (questions I found that are great to ask in an interview), afterwards I felt like the interview went great, the owner really liked me and there was not an awkward silent moment during the interview. The following day I received the email and it said that I am a strong candidate with a lot of potential, but they went a different direction in the hiring process. I know a lot of people are needing jobs now, what bummed me is that I keep hearing the same thing, and I ask what could I have done differently and it's always the same answer, that I did really well, there's nothing differently I could've done and to keep trying...

    • @irinagasson9817
      @irinagasson9817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know this is a year later, but I suggest ask for something called "Interview feedback". You will be surprised what comes up :)

  • @muhammadsyafiq1991
    @muhammadsyafiq1991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Simple and concise. I like. Wish me luck in the future (perhaps job hunting next year). Good luck everyone!

  • @Ivantohhh
    @Ivantohhh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I don't know how this got in my recommendations, but it's helpful.
    Thanks.

  • @sapphireclouds5400
    @sapphireclouds5400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your videos are the most relevant and useful ones I have watched to prepare for my interviews. I have a second (final) interview this afternoon, hope I get the job I want.

  • @NR-nf1il
    @NR-nf1il 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've never actually been asked that but I have learned one thing over the years. When you apply for a job and they say we will call you, you don't wait for them to call you you keep calling them period. One of my bosses one time told me that the reason he hired me was because I was persistent. By not waiting for them to call you oh, you show them that you're really serious about wanting the job.

  • @mashucha
    @mashucha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    “Why do you want to work at McDonald’s”
    Bruh I’m just a high school student, I want to save for college

    • @peterh3213
      @peterh3213 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      mcd is one of the most fascinating companies in the world. sure flipping burgers sounds inferior, but if you have open eyes and mind then you can observe the most sophisticated operations from the first row. connect the dots, see the implications of your job microlevel to organization as a whole and it's a magic right in front of you.

  • @Miss2317
    @Miss2317 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just want to thank you so much for your advice on this video. It helped me a lot for and interview that I had today 2/7. I went more prepared than what I expected. Keep up the good work!🎉

  • @Badalexander213
    @Badalexander213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Finally someone who gets straight to the point. That's why I subscribed to this channel.

  • @07kamichamakarin
    @07kamichamakarin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As an introvert, this is quite helpful to me. I'll be taking notes. Thank you!

  • @whitebear224
    @whitebear224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm not even trying to apply for a job but I'm still watching this

  • @jamesfriedman4645
    @jamesfriedman4645 4 ปีที่แล้ว +221

    Most companies hire "friends" and BS artists

    • @burcua631
      @burcua631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      or "relatives"

    • @arcaneminded
      @arcaneminded 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm sure that you have also said that 'most girls only date assholes'.

    • @mike-bv2jc
      @mike-bv2jc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jonothandoeser "what percentage of companies do you think are smart?" >> If you consider IT companies, NONE of the top 10

    • @MakeupPearls
      @MakeupPearls 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My old employer lost their practice because of “friends”. They didn’t listen.

    • @jv-sc1fs
      @jv-sc1fs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Facts

  • @tommyigoe3952
    @tommyigoe3952 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks again Bill, great advice. You've earned my subscription a while ago. I'm brushing up my skills for an upcoming interview, thanks again.

  • @simonefabiane9562
    @simonefabiane9562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am partially deaf. Your audio and voice is very good. I didn't have to struggle to hear you. Thank you.

  • @Septqmber
    @Septqmber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I clicked thinking this was a meme but actually learned sth damn

  • @desleykakoulidisgallaway3382
    @desleykakoulidisgallaway3382 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Such excellent advice. I love that you explain quickly, clearly and logically. You are an expert 🙏🏻🥰

  • @zaphenath73
    @zaphenath73 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for your video! I didn’t know it would be okay to have notes to have with you in the interview. That’s awesome idea to make sure you don’t forget any highlighted points you want to talk in the interview

  • @ianeleferrinho-strohmer7014
    @ianeleferrinho-strohmer7014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your videos are great. I have recommended it to a couple of friends looking for a job.