Episode 157

Behavioral Interview Question: Why They Don’t Always Work and What to Do About It - with Lou Adler (Ep 157)

Lou and I discuss several recruitment topics, including the best and worst job interview questions, the best way to answer them, and recruitment technology. We provide many good examples of best practices that we hope can help you prepare for future job interviews.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

  • 4:05 - What led Lou Adler to work in the recruitment industry?
  • 8:57 - Mistakes in an interview process
  • 17:52 - Biased interview questions
  • 23:30 - Changing jobs: before the pandemic and now
  • 29:29 - Lou's view on today's recruitment technology
  • 34:42 - Lou's Win-win hiring system
  • 38:13 - Switching jobs for a higher pay
  • 39:41 - Red flags during the recruitment process
  • 42:55 - Deadly sins of recruitment
  • 50:33 - Lou Adler's view on passive job search
  • 53:07 - Lou Adler's secret: How to have longevity and recognized expertise throughout your career
  • 57:46 - Lou Adler's final advice to job hunters

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Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. 

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I'm Renata Bernarde, a former CEO and senior executive, now dedicated to helping professionals succeed in advancing their careers. I believe that you can have the best career. One that satisfies your financial and personal needs, brings you joy, and adds value to your life.
I designed career services that can meet your needs and your budget. So, if you're a seasoned professional at a career crossroads, seeking to align your next job with your life's purpose, then let's redefine your career path together and turn aspirations into achievements. Are you ready? Let's embark on this journey together.

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