It's weird sitting on the other side of the table I think. But I am sure that it is something that I will have to do all my life. I hope that (for other people) I get better. I totally understand why interviewers have a list of questions: because it can be hard to think up things on the spot.
It's always cool to get an insight into the "other side". ;-)
Listening to: Beegees - Staying Alive
Jim,
ReplyDeleteCan you tell us some of the questions they asked?
Thanks
Sure. ;-)
ReplyDeleteOne of the guy's favourite ones went along these lines:
1) If you are having a conflict with someone in your group, and your manager is not around to resolve it, how would you fix it?
2) If you are trying to get *something* from another group, and they seem to be blocking you, and you need this to carry on, how would you address this problem.
That's a lot better than the ones like:
1) why are man hole covers round?
2) how many golf balls fit in a 747?
These interviews were more about finding someone that that fits in the group. They also have to have the skills, but a personally fit is more important.
After speaking with my last boss at the end of my term there, he told me that he would pick someone that has better communication skills and personality over someone with just technical skills. I am sure that there are jobs for both types of people, but if "how well you play with others" determines success or failure, that is one of the places where I will place my effort.