Get Hired with Andrew Seaman “Do You Have Any Questions for Me?”
Dec 4, 2024
Matt Abrahams, a communication guru and Stanford lecturer, dives into the art of asking impactful questions during job interviews. He shares how strategic inquiries can foster meaningful conversations and showcase a candidate's engagement. The discussion includes techniques for navigating curveball questions and the importance of leaving silence for deeper insights. Matt emphasizes the need for thematic strategies to articulate expertise and reduce anxiety, proving that the questions you ask may just be your secret weapon in landing that job.
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Questions as a Communication Tool
- Questions are powerful communication tools for connection and learning.
- They engage others' brains differently than simply giving information.
Preparing Interview Questions
- Prepare interview questions by researching the role and company.
- Develop questions about the role, people, and work style.
Seaman's Go-To Question
- Andrew Seaman used to ask interviewers what they wished they'd asked.
- This revealed surprising insights he hadn't considered.
