Hot Takes: Your Story Doesn't Matter - The Secret Sauce to answering a Top interview question featuring Mike Tomasello

Jess Get Hired

Hot Take: Your Story Doesn't Matter - The secret sauce to answering a top interview question

In this episode we explore into the crucial aspect of interview storytelling and why your story might not matter as much as you think. Joining us today is career expert Mike Tomasello, who shares invaluable insights and tips on how to answer the "tell me about yourself" question more effectively.

Join the Jess Get Hired Podcast on this mouthwatering adventure, where we generously spice things up with insights, tips, and wisdom from the world of recruitment. This episode is part of a summer pop-up series of the podcast sponsored by a dash of Spicy Gnome Hot Sauce! Visit www.thespicygnome.com to learn more!

Mike explores how candidates can avoid over-sharing personal details during interviews. He discusses both in-the-moment adjustments and pre-interview strategies to keep the focus on professional qualifications.

Listen for Practical advice from Mike: Remind yourself that interviews don't require nonstop conversation. Take a deep breath after speaking and embrace a moment of silence to gather your thoughts and respond more thoughtfully.

Jess also emphasizes the value of making interviews more conversational and suggests finding common ground with interviewers to create a comfortable environment.

Mike's hot take: "Your story doesn't matter, your relevant story matters." He highlights the importance of tailoring your experiences to fit the specific requirements of the job you're applying for. Mike shares different approaches to identifying and presenting the most relevant aspects of your background during the interview.

Tune in to this episode to discover the secret sauce to mastering interview storytelling and ensuring you stand out to potential employers. Don't miss out on more valuable career insights from Mike Tomasello in future episodes. Stay connected and get ready to excel in your job search!

Mike Tomasello is a "Top Career Thought Leader" recognized by TV's Shark Tank's very own Kevin Harrington! Despite facing initial challenges as an introvert and nodding off during his first interview, he rose to lead teams in start-ups and Fortune 100 companies worldwide, managing a remarkable $1 Billion in strategy. With a passion for helping job seekers, he's impacted tens of thousands, from recent graduates to C-suite executives.

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Mike can be found on most social media platforms @CareerSuccessSecrets (Threads, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn)

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