Interview Boss The types of multi-part interview questions and how to tackle them
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Aug 21, 2025 Navigating multi-part interview questions can be daunting, especially when they come with several criteria. The hosts share effective strategies for staying organized and avoiding confusion during interviews. They emphasize the power of quick note-taking and the importance of repeating questions to clarify intent. Humorously comparing complex questions to Australian slang, they provide tips for structuring responses using the STAR method, ensuring candidates can showcase their best selves without freezing up. Prepare to impress with confidence!
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Why Panels Use Multi-Part Questions
- Multi-part questions often come from formal selection frameworks squeezing many criteria into few questions.
- This practice is poor recruitment design and increases candidate confusion.
Bring A Notebook
- Take a notebook into interviews and jot down keywords while the panel reads long questions.
- Notes let you split multi-part prompts and avoid losing track mid-answer.
Notes Are Normal And Allowed
- Don't feel awkward writing notes; panels expect note-taking in formal interviews.
- If they truly disallow notes they'll tell you in the interview confirmation.