Lenny's Podcast: Product | Growth | Career My favorite interview questions from 100+ guests
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Nov 29, 2023 Dive into a treasure trove of over 17 favorite interview questions shared by diverse guests. Discover how to unearth critical thinking and problem-solving skills through strategic inquiry. Explore unconventional questions that challenge candidates to express their true selves and opinions. The discussion also highlights behavioral questions that reveal personal values and motivations. Get insights on fostering genuine introspection and self-awareness to align candidates with company culture.
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Eliciting Self-Awareness
- Ask candidates what they attribute their success to, but disallow "luck" as a response.
- This reveals self-awareness and curiosity, offering insights into their worldview.
Understanding 'Hard'
- Ask candidates about the hardest thing they've ever done.
- This reveals their definition of difficulty, problem-solving approach, and agency.
The Teleportation Test
- Shishir Mehrotra poses a hypothetical scenario: marketing a teleportation device invented by uncommunicative scientists.
- Candidates can only ask two questions before devising a plan, forcing them to identify key factors.