Tips for Work and Life with Andrew LaCivita How to Answer the 6 Hardest Job Interview Questions (with Examples)
Sep 9, 2025
Navigating tough job interviews doesn’t have to be daunting! Learn the six challenging questions designed to test your problem-solving and leadership skills. Discover a handy CAR technique to craft tailored responses that resonate with employers. With word-for-word examples, you’ll be ready to showcase your value without hesitation. Mastering these questions can make the entire interview feel like a breeze, giving you the confidence to shine!
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Interviews Create Branch Questions
- Interviews branch from your initial story into targeted tests about problems, influence, disagreements, service, leadership, and passion.
- Andrew LaCivita warns these branch questions can make or break your interview if mishandled.
Lead With Your Method, Not A Story
- Never start with a story when answering difficult behavioral questions; start with your philosophy or approach.
- Lead with numbers and questions to give the interviewer a clear, list-based map of your method.
Answer Problem Questions With A Formula
- When asked about problems, say you handle any problem with a repeatable formula before giving an example.
- Use assessment, check for lost routines, examine changed variables, pick short- and long-term solutions, and implement lasting systems.