Girl, You’re Hired: Job Interview Tips Podcast Ace the Curveball: 5 Tips for Navigating Unexpected Interview Questions
Feb 1, 2023
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Practice A Pause Phrase To Buy Thinking Time
- Buy time before answering by saying you need a moment to think.
- Use Lena Sernoff's exact line to avoid filler: Thank you for this thoughtful question; can I take a moment to think so I can give a meaningful answer.
Admit Uncertainty And Offer An Educated Guess
- If you don't know an answer, admit it and offer an educated guess.
- Say: I'm not quite sure, but from my most educated opinion... then invite input: I'm curious what you think to hand back the mic.
Ask Clarifying Questions To Narrow The Question
- Ask clarifying questions when a question feels vague to buy time and focus your answer.
- Use phrases like Do you mind clarifying what you mean by X? so you give a targeted, relevant response.