Mastering Job Interviews: Turning Conversations into Offers with Matthew Sorensen

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Struggling with nailing job interviews? Imagine feeling unheard, lost in a sea of applicants, just another resume in the pile. But what if I told you there's a way to flip the script and transform those interviews into powerful conversations? Meet Matthew Sorenson, who turns interviews into your chance to shine. Matthew's been on both sides of the hiring table and has proven expertise in teaching job candidates to leave an unforgettable mark...and he's shares that knowledge with Pete in today's episode.

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Tips for Job Interviews:

1. Conversations, Not Interviews: Shift the dynamic by making it a conversation. Don't just answer questions, engage and offer insights. This sets you apart.
2. Understand Their Needs: Companies hire to solve problems. Show how you're the solution. Emphasize what you can bring to address their challenges.
3. Prepare Stories, Not Just Answers: Share anecdotes showcasing your skills in action. This makes you memorable and demonstrates practicality.
4. Research and Engagement: Understand the company beyond surface-level facts. Offer suggestions or insights during the interview that display your genuine interest and understanding.
5. Practice, Practice, Practice: Interviews are a skill. Practice answering common questions and work on turning it into a flowing conversation.
6. Create a Connection: Strive to build rapport. People hire those they genuinely like and see as a good fit for the team.
7. Be Solution-Oriented: Frame your responses as solutions to the interviewer's needs. Show you're there to contribute, not just to get a job.
8. Focus on Unique Value: Highlight how you will stand out. What do you offer that others might not? Make it clear.
9. Engage Post-Interview: If possible, continue engagement post-interview. Follow up with something relevant and valuable, reinforcing your interest and expertise.
   Additional Resources:
   • How to Follow Up After a Job Interview – 6 Steps to Take
   • How to Research a Company for a Job Interview
   • 13 Virtual Interview Tips to Help You Land the Job
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Chapters

1. Mastering Job Interviews: Turning Conversations into Offers with Matthew Sorensen (00:00:00)

2. Corporate and Third Party Recruiting Insights (00:00:06)

3. Working With a Staffing Company (00:09:11)

4. Podcast Sharing Job Interview Tips (00:20:36)

5. Improving Job Interview Skills and Strategies (00:26:36)

6. Authenticity in Job Interviews (00:34:13)

7. Converting Interviews Into Conversations (00:39:11)