Why Should We Hire You? | Best Answer (from former CEO)

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  • Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024

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  • @TheCompaniesExpert
    @TheCompaniesExpert  5 лет назад +647

    WATCH THIS VIDEO NEXT: ruclips.net/video/yzWo8EXsfTs/видео.html

    • @chrisnameless8325
      @chrisnameless8325 3 года назад +17

      How do you answer when you don't meet all the job requirements. When your trying to get started in a new field and not when you have been working in said field for 10 plus years.

    • @edwardandrade4390
      @edwardandrade4390 3 года назад +20

      Yes, sir. I do like your approach. I did use some of these answers. As a matter of fact I got called to a second interview. The second just them wanting to know about me

    • @steveyoung3245
      @steveyoung3245 3 года назад +6

      How do you become a recruiter?

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 года назад +17

      @@edwardandrade4390 I'm glad it's working out! Great job, and good luck!

    • @ANSIcode
      @ANSIcode 3 года назад +1

      UUYYYYYYYYYYYYDDYDYDYD

  • @iandemontfort4276
    @iandemontfort4276 3 года назад +11149

    I've found being honest doesn't work in job interviews. I love honesty.

    • @brianwaller9454
      @brianwaller9454 3 года назад +2651

      Yeah honesty doesn't get you jobs. Its who can BS the interview the best.

    • @AlexRod9646
      @AlexRod9646 3 года назад +727

      Depends on the company/position. If you're applying in tech which focuses on software or positions involving interacting with people, they like BSsers a lot. If you're applying for positions involving say Research, analysis or product development, you gotta be honest, BSing here and getting caught can end your career(happened to my colleague's acquaintance).
      Point being, know what to say and to whom to say it to.

    • @ru2979
      @ru2979 3 года назад +24

      @@brianwaller9454 what is BS?

    • @ru2979
      @ru2979 3 года назад +20

      @@AlexRod9646 what's BS?

    • @swarlly
      @swarlly 3 года назад +233

      Honest hyperbole. While you are being honest state the largest impact even though you only played a piece of that puzzle.
      Ex. You created an excel doc that tracked expenses. The company saved $100K in expenses for the year. Your excel contributed to the company saving $100K. While supply procedures probably contributed more but your excel document aided others to institute better supply procedures. Therefore you can say you wrote an excel document that saved the company $100K in expenses.

  • @robertajill3070
    @robertajill3070 3 года назад +9686

    I was once asked “Tell us something unique about yourself.”. I said the first thing that came to me...”I know how to make balloon animals”.
    The interviewers were kind of gobsmacked and asked “What does that have to do with the job?”. I said “Nothing. But you didn’t ask for that. You asked for something unique and I doubt anyone else will tell you that.” Didn’t get the job but I DID get a second interview.

    • @shubham4845
      @shubham4845 3 года назад +1391

      Same thing happened with me, once I was being asked about my weaknesses, I told him that I am scared of dogs! He just gave me puzzled look. Lol

    • @JL-is9rg
      @JL-is9rg 3 года назад +1471

      I once got asked why haven't you stayed at one job for very long? I was 22 at the time! I had just finished University. My jobs had been various and part-time till that point so I could go to school as everyone's are. I didn't even know what to say. Some people conducting interviews are idiots

    • @taraalan1131
      @taraalan1131 3 года назад +37

      😂🤣😂

    • @naritruwireve1381
      @naritruwireve1381 3 года назад +448

      They really couldn't add a few more words and add "that has to do with this job"?... Also, that is such a weird question. No one works because they think they are unique and I doubt many people have a unique trait that will help with the job

    • @rmglover3191
      @rmglover3191 3 года назад +157

      @@JL-is9rg yep. Many recruiters are there to "tick the box" vs. A hiring manager who can rationalize: schooling, maternity leave, military service, elder care. Also tough, when you get a little older and have had several more jobs, when the recruiter is completely incapable of recognizing transferable skills.
      Keep going, though Lynn. Set the example!

  • @raspberryboo2
    @raspberryboo2 3 года назад +11567

    Me watching this video with zero intentions of going to any interview

  • @dwightschrute4560
    @dwightschrute4560 3 года назад +4804

    I wish a copy of this guy lived in my head during interviews like from some Black Mirror episode.

    • @alandruioan
      @alandruioan 3 года назад +28

      Watch this 3 times

    • @alandruioan
      @alandruioan 3 года назад +29

      Taking notes and also trying to learn by heart

    • @user-ko5kk9ud8k
      @user-ko5kk9ud8k 3 года назад +49

      @@alandruioan That's dedication. You're hired!

    • @bigbadwolf4190
      @bigbadwolf4190 3 года назад +28

      So you don't become assistant TO the regional manager?

    • @themarauder6739
      @themarauder6739 3 года назад +11

      It'd be cooler if alongside him are a few other how to channels. Oh, and to throw in a wildcard, HowToBasic will be among them.

  • @christophers5510
    @christophers5510 3 года назад +6281

    *why should we hire you?*
    *because i've always liked your French Fries*

  • @nildabalete480
    @nildabalete480 3 года назад +4948

    Damn youtube this is the weirdest way of saying "GET A JOB"

    • @NightMare-jb5tj
      @NightMare-jb5tj 3 года назад +53

      You too bro ?

    • @Utsubyyo
      @Utsubyyo 3 года назад +30

      Facts like 😐ig I'm done being lazy

    • @NightMare-jb5tj
      @NightMare-jb5tj 3 года назад +4

      @@Utsubyyo
      Same bro same

    • @blizzbee
      @blizzbee 3 года назад +21

      I spend time too much watching everything in YT so that its algorithm show me this.

    • @omikolomsadze3054
      @omikolomsadze3054 3 года назад +3

      @@NightMare-jb5tj god dammit me too

  • @quantumlooper9162
    @quantumlooper9162 3 года назад +1509

    "You've read my résumé, now please tell me why I'd want to work for your company rather than your competitor's?" - the Opposite Universe

    • @Johanneskoal
      @Johanneskoal 3 года назад +30

      That worked before coronavirus

    • @dricardkr
      @dricardkr 3 года назад +21

      In soviet Russia...

    • @brianbrewer2909
      @brianbrewer2909 3 года назад +17

      @@russmode the potential employer might like knowing that the potential employee is curious about the job and company.

    • @jimcasper12
      @jimcasper12 3 года назад +1

      👏👏👏👏👍👍

    • @rosepinkskyblue
      @rosepinkskyblue 3 года назад +10

      When you’re in a field where company’s success completely depends on the quality of the employees
      Like law firms or tech companies maybe

  • @nyctasiaselesq
    @nyctasiaselesq 3 года назад +3038

    Recruiters = incompetent people trying to find competent people.
    Often times, recruiters have no clue how to assess the competency of the candidate, because they know nothing about the job in question.

    • @StormWolf01
      @StormWolf01 3 года назад +211

      Yes. That's what's the most exasperating. I start to speak, and they don't understand a single word. Then ask questions that are absolutely irrelevant to the job. I always wonder if they're taking me seriously. Why don't they bring an expert of the field to interview me, instead of some guy with whom i'm gonna have to dumb down every explanation.

    • @AOverload
      @AOverload 3 года назад +88

      I worked for an external recruitment firm a few years back, which focused on the chemicals/plastics industries. I wasn't a recruiter, I was a "research assistant". My job was to generate a call list for the actual recruiters, by searching through LinkedIn/etc.
      I did not have a background in chemicals/plastics; I had recently received my degrees in psychology, statistics, & business/marketing. I was given a job description and talked about it with some of the senior managers (who did have the chemicals/plastics background). From that I created my list of search terms and begin scrolling through hundreds of results.
      As an outsider to the field, those keywords were critical. If you didn't have those keywords on your resume/profile/etc., you weren't on my list, and if you weren't on my list, you didn't get the call from the recruiters. So a psychology major was the main gatekeeper judging whether or not you were qualified for a job in chemicals/plastics.
      So make sure your resume/profile is using up-to-date keywords, I guess, if novices are in charge of determining expertise.

    • @goldeneyekiller101
      @goldeneyekiller101 3 года назад +17

      @@AOverload Hope to god that your list and keywords included stuff that was important to the job. Alot of managers I knew really incompetent

    • @Jayako12
      @Jayako12 3 года назад +40

      Hahahaha.
      Flashback of a recruiter asking a Naval Engineer if he knows anything about engines....

    • @AOverload
      @AOverload 3 года назад +3

      @@goldeneyekiller101 I had no real way of knowing honestly.

  • @Hyro_Thod
    @Hyro_Thod 3 года назад +8574

    "So how good are you in reverse psychology?"
    "I'm not."
    "You're Hired."

  • @diamondstrings5212
    @diamondstrings5212 3 года назад +694

    Know your enemy, and know yourself
    -Sun Tzu, Art of War
    Know the company you’re applying for, know what they want. Know how you’re fit for the job.

    • @thePontiffsSnickerdoodles
      @thePontiffsSnickerdoodles 3 года назад +16

      Technoblade, is that you?

    • @twig4661
      @twig4661 3 года назад +4

      hahahaha, haaa.... well, technically the company will become the enemy eventually, so why not start there eh?

    • @elco-cakevinsanimationsthi735
      @elco-cakevinsanimationsthi735 3 года назад +10

      If fighting is sure to result to victory then you must fight!

    • @moshpitfuneral
      @moshpitfuneral 3 года назад +7

      @@thePontiffsSnickerdoodles blood for the blood god

    • @alrineusaldore6764
      @alrineusaldore6764 3 года назад +9

      @@thePontiffsSnickerdoodles I love how each mention of Sun Tzu just reminds everyone of Technoblade

  • @GratefulEd907
    @GratefulEd907 3 года назад +2263

    One time I asked for a job application, the guy didn’t even look up at me he just said “we don’t need any help” so I said “that’s perfect because I’m not gonna be any help”

    • @kamesha9012
      @kamesha9012 3 года назад +140

      Funny as heck I choked laughing😂

    • @Jeff-lc2xd
      @Jeff-lc2xd 3 года назад +103

      Not sure if I should be laughing but...I hope you got a great job after that

    • @GratefulEd907
      @GratefulEd907 3 года назад +149

      @@Jeff-lc2xd everything worked out fine

    • @hadrianaugustus3547
      @hadrianaugustus3547 3 года назад +2

      🤣

    • @chrismiller3490
      @chrismiller3490 3 года назад +1

      😂😂😂😂😂

  • @ulysses2162
    @ulysses2162 3 года назад +10330

    Job interviewer: Why should we hire you?
    Me: Well, I've always been very fond of not starving to death.

  • @Dagger-Moose
    @Dagger-Moose 3 года назад +2267

    Back in the late 80's I lived in a small town and a Mcdonalds got built. I was just turning 16 so I applied. Guy asked me why I needed the job, I told him I wanted to save up and get a car. All my friends were smarter than I was and knew to tell him they wanted to go to college. They all got the job and I didnt. Not one of them went to college, I did. Being honest wont get you the job but somehow it will help you in the long run.

    • @cond.oriano3264
      @cond.oriano3264 3 года назад +242

      But sadly in job interviews it’s all about lying

    • @SharXwasTaken
      @SharXwasTaken 3 года назад +159

      @@cond.oriano3264 Well not really. It depends on how good of a candidate you are. If you are unqualified for a job, makes sense you have to lie. Just like when you apply for a job at company with incompetent recruiters.
      But what I found out to work: Honesty. Be honest with yourself. Tell them what you are able to do and what not. As long as you fulfill the minimum requirement for the job, all it takes is a nice conversation. Recruiters recruit people, not just checkboxes they have to tick.

    • @thekod3176
      @thekod3176 3 года назад +206

      Somebody gave me this advice: During an interview, you should be yourself, but you should be the best version of yourself.

    • @DiegoMachida
      @DiegoMachida 3 года назад +10

      This comment is gold.

    • @toshitosliba4737
      @toshitosliba4737 3 года назад +17

      If you take the consideration that all your friends ended up working on mcdonalds and not goin to college, Idk but maybe they didnt got far, while you did, maybe you got a better opportunity and went ahead to another job and maybe that gave you the time for your studies aswell. Its funny, cause youre glad for being honest on that situation, can't blame you xd

  • @muzerhythm2242
    @muzerhythm2242 3 года назад +1987

    Another test I had during an interview at a few places: Preparedness. The hiring manager would say "I can't find your resume" OR "I can't find the rest of your application paperwork" I ALWAYS make extra copies. When I hand them the copies they respond surprised then say "You're good at being prepared and planning ahead"...Result...I was hired that day.😁

    • @lizzie7654
      @lizzie7654 3 года назад +105

      Yeah I always do this too. But I keep an eye out to how many of these 'blunders' happen, especially if the person is likely to be my boss. I had an experience where this losing of half my paperwork was coupled with accusations such as 'you don't have the qualifications' (which I clearly did), poor set up, weird trial day and when I was offered the job, the contract didn't meet basic legal requirements... I was lucky I had other work opportunities from more professional places at the time, so I could turn down the 'offer'.

    • @attilak9373
      @attilak9373 3 года назад +38

      Yes, it is a really good idea to use such extra copies
      ... on the other hand, that "test" was based on a lie.

    • @justineromero6735
      @justineromero6735 3 года назад +54

      Aaaand they could potentially use it against you e.g. overload you, give u unnecessary tasks etc.

    • @muzerhythm2242
      @muzerhythm2242 3 года назад +5

      @@justineromero6735 One job did happen thay way. But the others things were normal...no strange expectations or work overload.

    • @justineromero6735
      @justineromero6735 3 года назад +9

      @@muzerhythm2242 then you are one lucky human being. Best of luck further.

  • @UhgeneIgnorian
    @UhgeneIgnorian 3 года назад +9069

    Boss: "Why should we hire you?"
    Person: "Because I applied"

    • @anyimmichaelik
      @anyimmichaelik 3 года назад +492

      Because am broke and need the money 🤣🤣

    • @jeremiahfix5529
      @jeremiahfix5529 3 года назад +36

      Pfft how presumptious of you that a "boss" would bother using their time on you L:

    • @Unknown-bp9gq
      @Unknown-bp9gq 3 года назад +5

      😂🤣😂

    • @redguard128
      @redguard128 3 года назад +188

      "Because out of 20 people that applied, 17 don't have the skills for the job, 2 of them said they will do the interview and never showed up and I'm the only one you are talking with that has any idea what needs to be done".
      And I know, I conducted interviews.

    • @stickyrice5943
      @stickyrice5943 3 года назад +24

      Bruh.. this is actually genious

  • @Dallass66
    @Dallass66 3 года назад +259

    I was lucky to have been employed by an amazing boss who conducted the interview at a cafe type place he bought me a coffee and there was no formal scary questions to answer was so relaxed and able to speak freely. His view was conducting a informal interview let's you truly see what a person will be like in every day work environment. And that is how I would interview if I was a boss

  • @thedemonslayer51
    @thedemonslayer51 3 года назад +164

    He's just giving advice, and I'm already feeling the stress of trying to apply that advice.

  • @TheRyderShotgunn
    @TheRyderShotgunn 3 года назад +1066

    so...DON'T answer with "I've always been very passionate about not starving"?

    • @CidGuerreiro1234
      @CidGuerreiro1234 3 года назад +253

      Neither with "It was either this or prostitution".

    • @nimoborgor6626
      @nimoborgor6626 3 года назад +2

      Lmao

    • @AnnedolfFrankler
      @AnnedolfFrankler 3 года назад +6

      @@CidGuerreiro1234 lmao

    • @graograman1000
      @graograman1000 3 года назад +40

      I've always been passionate about being paid for my time.

    • @-ClerzZ-
      @-ClerzZ- 3 года назад +9

      These comments are the truth, but when it's written down it's funny and deep.

  • @TacetTheTerror
    @TacetTheTerror 3 года назад +636

    I've been self employed for 7 years doing multiple different forms of work with no employer. To this day I still don't understand the point of a modern interview. It is possible to make 5 and 6 figures with no direct employer in current society. These companies should be jumping through hoops begging employees to take the job, not the other way around. The "Why should we hire you?" question is one of the most degrading as it implies the person trying to get hired needs the job more than the company needs it filled, where in most cases it is the other way around.
    Interviews in general also are heavily biased to favor extroverts rather than introverts. Even jobs that don't require communication skills will often still go through this arbitrary interviewing process favoring those that can smooth talk and lie rather than those actually qualified for the job that aren't as good at communicating such.

    • @rtgbhreth
      @rtgbhreth 3 года назад +78

      I haven't changed my job in several years from just the thought of going through interviews again

    • @peterbalac1915
      @peterbalac1915 3 года назад +52

      I've been self employed since I was 17 yrs old, i'm 65 now and semi retired. I started working for myself when I discovered I could earn more I'm a weekend than I could five days a week for other companies. I have never been out of work been through many recessions, I'm not for one minute gona suggest it's been easy especially when applying for mortgages, loans ect. Once you uttered those two words,,,self employed,, doors were slammed in yr face or you were paying premium prices for loans it certainly won't get any easier but good luck to anyone who is considering it I don't regret it one bit.

    • @cesarquintana9034
      @cesarquintana9034 3 года назад +3

      Well said. So true.

    • @PepperMistAnimations
      @PepperMistAnimations 3 года назад +31

      Someone finally put it into words!
      It’s honestly such a flawed process.

    • @qgqsrg1
      @qgqsrg1 3 года назад +24

      ​@@_Kayla_ doesn't introvert just means you would rather be alone (or a small group of very close people) to relax/"recharge"? what you're describing is closer to anxiety or shyness. Although they usually are linked and one often the cause of the other.

  • @666_lucifer_morningstar
    @666_lucifer_morningstar 3 года назад +489

    Being honest seems to be a blessing and a curse. I had several interviews last year, internal and external. All my internal interviws with my old employer were bs, no matter the position. Then in my last interview, one of the higher ups was also present and told me to call him after the interview. When I called him, his first and only question was "do you really want this job?" and I told him, no. He was glad that I was honest, because he told me that he could literally feel how much I didn't want it and I only applied because I had to. I was theoretically qualified for it, but he just had this weird feeling abou me. He even gave me tipps for my external interviews and what positions in the current situation I should not apply for and in what positions he would like me to see. Now I have a job that I truely love and I am really glad I didn't lie to him, just to desperately get this one stupid job. (Sorry for my grammar, I am not a native speaker)

    • @CidGuerreiro1234
      @CidGuerreiro1234 3 года назад +73

      Sounds like a nice guy with a good vision for hiring. It wouldn't have been good for anyone if they had hired you for a job you wanted only to pay the bills.

    • @666_lucifer_morningstar
      @666_lucifer_morningstar 3 года назад +27

      @@CidGuerreiro1234 Yeah, definitely. I mean 2020 wasn't the best year for the job market, but I'm really glad about this. Still can't believe that he was the nicest of all the interviewers I talked to, especially in his position. He could have just said nothing but instead cared enough to help me find the right job for me, even in another company. Even the other interviewers in the group, who were directly working for his part of the company were the only ones genuinely smiling and making small jokes here and there. Speaks volumes about what kind of person he is and how he employed the staff directly under him.

    • @humphreywolfe
      @humphreywolfe 3 года назад +4

      @@666_lucifer_morningstar aye, that's awesome news. Happy on your behalf 👌🏻

    • @bobfranklin2572
      @bobfranklin2572 3 года назад +9

      Cool comment, but I'm not a fan of your username

    • @666_lucifer_morningstar
      @666_lucifer_morningstar 3 года назад +3

      @@bobfranklin2572 It's a relict of a more edgy time period and beeing uncreative

  • @DragaXZ
    @DragaXZ 3 года назад +1740

    Company: Why should we hire you?
    Me: That's a good question but a better question would be; Why should I work for you? *leans back and puts feet on their table*

    • @Butterffinger5678
      @Butterffinger5678 3 года назад +363

      *Asserts dominance*

    • @418_im_a_teapot
      @418_im_a_teapot 3 года назад +637

      "Thank you. We will contact you soon"
      "I'll wait here."

    • @zerozone5848
      @zerozone5848 3 года назад +24

      @@Indipender so that the person being interviewed (OP) will know if the company is worth his time.
      *You can show yourself out now.*

    • @ElectronicLinux
      @ElectronicLinux 3 года назад

      @@theguynooneremembers1148 lmao

    • @TrumpGaylord69
      @TrumpGaylord69 3 года назад +95

      @@418_im_a_teapot "I'm calling security"
      "I'm calling your HR"

  • @sucapizda
    @sucapizda 3 года назад +46

    He had me at "glad you asked" Im sold. This guy is hired. I don't even have a job for him yet.

  • @hereandnow8
    @hereandnow8 3 года назад +1207

    Interviewer: Why should we hire you?
    Because I'm a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

  • @tyvenger
    @tyvenger 3 года назад +87

    My favorite job interviews are the ones where I already have a job, but I'm interested in looking elsewhere. I walk in with no stress at all. They have to convince ME to take the job. I feel like I do great at these kinds of interviews because there is no pressure. If they don't like me, no sweat... I already have a job. It helps me be aware of my value and what I should be paid.

  • @Marina-l4w8c
    @Marina-l4w8c Год назад +6

    Simple and complete answers. I practice my answers starting with “well, as you can see from my resume” I got hire. Thank you.

  • @dataphool
    @dataphool 3 года назад +163

    That question was asked of me at an interview in 1973. I replied that "i wasn't sure that I wanted to work for them." The interviewer (a manager level for the company) spent a half hour telling me that the company was a great place to work. Go figure.

    • @kathy2trips
      @kathy2trips 3 года назад +40

      Things have changed. A lot.

    • @noahjones8616
      @noahjones8616 3 года назад +50

      Just goes to show how much easier you older folk had it when it came to making an honest living

    • @samwallaceart288
      @samwallaceart288 3 года назад +38

      Did you then respond, “Alright, I’ll take the job” like a beast

    • @No-yr9rs
      @No-yr9rs 3 года назад +8

      @@samwallaceart288
      *Oh how the turn tables*

  • @paulwhat322
    @paulwhat322 3 года назад +18

    I followed this advice and it worked so well, now I'm stuck in a job I didn't really want.

  • @giselleandreasoliman5564
    @giselleandreasoliman5564 2 года назад +3

    saying we are awesome at the end and hearing it for strangers even not directly gives me hope today

  • @favoursss
    @favoursss 3 года назад +80

    Bill.
    I just had an interview and I used your videos as part of my preparation. I was not as nervous going in as before, and was actually able to hold composure and show confidence throughout the entire session.
    That, in itself, is a massive win.
    Thanks for the great and helpful content.

  • @small_dropin_the_big_ocean995
    @small_dropin_the_big_ocean995 3 года назад +46

    Oh well, I don't like pleasing people but I see this is the most logical and formal answer to the question.

  • @sandystanley1237
    @sandystanley1237 3 года назад +158

    Hiring managers are full of it. Nobody would hire my father for years after he graduated because he didn't have enough experience. Then this fellow told him that he wasn't interested that much in what he knew but how much he was able to do. Today he is the region go to man and he makes twice ad much as the best ever position he applied before.

    • @RSBPlus
      @RSBPlus 3 года назад +5

      Congratulations 🎊 🎊 🎊 🎊 🎊 for his attitude with the life

    • @asimon2006
      @asimon2006 3 года назад +17

      Sandy and that is part of the problem today. I see older folks telling young people when I was a your age I can do this and that and not looking at from the standpoint that it is harder for the person today compared to 40 years ago. They always talking about experience and even they had to start somewhere. I think the problem is I notice that alot of these new young adults went to college and got STEM degrees and pretty smart but their is this barrier where they can't get into the corporate world. Some due but not the job they major in. It is really strange to see. I have known young men and women who work starter jobs and at the same time go to college and when they get their bachelor's, masters and doctorate degrees employers are mostly like you are not experienced enough and I start to say to myself well you have a Fortune 500 company and all those people working for you will not be working for your long. Aren't you going to need fresh new blood to replace the existing workers you have that are aging?

  • @warlocksden
    @warlocksden 3 года назад +470

    That is the worst question a company can ask, it shows the company is incompetent and has not done any of its own research into candidates or what it wants, you are not hiring children and you should not treat a candidate like one with this question

    • @DurpenHeimer
      @DurpenHeimer 3 года назад +49

      Agreed. I always feel so dumb when I get a question like this during the end, because I end up repeating a variation of the same relevant things I've already said before.

    • @aewtx
      @aewtx 3 года назад +12

      There is only so much info a resume provides, most of which is dry recitation. This is, like the video said, an opportunity to present something unique about yourself that isn't shown on your resume or in the rest of the interview. Of course they've done research into what they want. They wrote the job ad, didn't they? You know, the one where they listed what they wanted in the applicant? Only people who don't know how to think outside the box (which is, incidentally, something that's good for a job) would think this is a stupid question and think it's meaningless. You want well-paying jobs instead of McDonald's, you need to think outside the box. This is a question that allows you to shine. Think of it like if there were 2 applicants, you and another, with equal skillsets, what about you should make them pick you over the other? This is the time to really reel it in.

    • @rakyatawam6235
      @rakyatawam6235 3 года назад +35

      @S C company and job seeker are all human who both have desire and are trying to make an agreement. That's it. No need to dramatize it into slave-lord mindset.

    • @Trev9
      @Trev9 3 года назад

      You got my regret letter.

    • @EphemeralProductions
      @EphemeralProductions 3 года назад +5

      No it’s a question to get a person to SELL themselves. Which whether we like it or not, is the goal in any job interview.

  • @jasonpatio8338
    @jasonpatio8338 3 года назад +129

    Your making me realize entrepreneurship is the only option for me

    • @SecretMarsupial
      @SecretMarsupial 3 года назад +8

      Youre*

    • @jamescanjuggle
      @jamescanjuggle 3 года назад +15

      It is for me too. It's hard risky work but the other alternative is playing into a loosing game

    • @DawsonBoyer33
      @DawsonBoyer33 3 года назад +2

      @@SecretMarsupial you just killed the man, cmon

    • @PabbyPabbles
      @PabbyPabbles 3 года назад +2

      @@jesseclingan *y00r

    • @No-yr9rs
      @No-yr9rs 3 года назад +1

      @@PabbyPabbles
      "//Yo-r//"

  • @annabrisley1463
    @annabrisley1463 3 года назад +11

    What I really appreciate is that you give actual practical tips like printing out the job requirements and taking it with to an interview.

  • @angelirri
    @angelirri 3 года назад +3

    You're English is crystal clear! I could understand you almost everything. Right now I know awesome tips for my job interview. Thanks!

  • @spicksSC
    @spicksSC 3 года назад +138

    As someone that is looking for a job in science-industry, I usually don't have a hard time convincing the Recruiters for further interviews. The hardest part is convincing the Manager (your future boss) to choose you over dozens of others, which in my field is very competitive. Also, nobody cares for your degrees, your high grades, your prizes/honors (talking from experience) - the only thing that counts is experience, even in entry-level jobs. Degrees, grades, etc. are only usefull if you go down the path of academics. So try to do internships over anything else while doing your degree because it will put you ahead of everybody else.

    • @donovanberserk4993
      @donovanberserk4993 3 года назад +9

      Yoy say that as if getting into internships is any easier

    • @Camerz
      @Camerz 3 года назад +11

      in my degree (chemistry), there is a part where I can either choose to do a report or work somewhere for that term. I am definitely choosing to work somewhere for that time because i know it will help me get a job in the area. They won't care about a report, and no one will care about it after it is submitted. So I'm glad that is an option for my degree

    • @frivolousarguments8578
      @frivolousarguments8578 3 года назад +1

      @@donovanberserk4993 trust me, it isn't.

    • @Game4Lord
      @Game4Lord 3 года назад +5

      Yeah, about experience. How are people that don't have any experience, but desperately want work experience, supposed to get it?

  • @jjjtvatbp
    @jjjtvatbp 3 года назад +464

    Why should we hire you?
    Answer: Because your boss called me and he's firing you. And I am your replacement.... :)

  • @_TheMikeSmith
    @_TheMikeSmith 9 месяцев назад +3

    Great Advice, clearly from a experienced executive. I really appreciate how relevant, timely and practical this guy is... Loving the channel!

  • @seanviper99
    @seanviper99 3 года назад +163

    I lost my last job because I was over qualified for the team I was on, the guys didn't like me telling them how things should be done correctly do they reported me to HR. At the meeting before being told what I was doing wrong I showed a happy face and didn't give them reason to why I should be kept, I just held my head high because they were looking for me to shut down and be upset about losing my job. The HR was also "Note taker", pretty easy job in fairness and didn't know much of the outside world of construction. Now I'm back at work again and happier then before with no childish behavior from my peers.

    • @brianbrewer2909
      @brianbrewer2909 3 года назад +12

      Glad everything worked out for you.

    • @bloomblock2768
      @bloomblock2768 3 года назад +1

      And they lose theyr best (probably only) good employee and now are being charged every day just to make up for your competency, ha, sucks to be them!

  • @judijetson3065
    @judijetson3065 Год назад +3

    About to job search for the first time in 32 years. Thank you!

  • @shiningtruthministries6324
    @shiningtruthministries6324 3 года назад +17

    All my interviews were good except for one when I applied for a phlebotomy job. That one interviewer started ok asking about my job experience until she asked the bizarre question of: "What PROFOUND experience have you had while drawing blood?" She was asking about some type of spiritual experience, I answered with: "It was great to help people by helping doctors diagnose problems." She was not satisfied with my answer so she kept asking and I gave more answers but they were not good enough. Despite of my expertise and several years of phlebotomy experience, she did not hire me even after I offered to work for free for 1 week just to show that I could do the job. Drawing someone's blood does is not known for instilling overwhelming inspiration.

  • @DougWolfe
    @DougWolfe 3 года назад +254

    As someone who occasionally hires, this guy is right on the ball. Thanks so much for posting these vids, man. You didn’t have to, but you did it for people looking for jobs. Great advice!

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 года назад +40

      I certainly appreciate that, Doug - and very nice of you to say. Have a great holiday season!

    • @DougWolfe
      @DougWolfe 3 года назад +13

      @@TheCompaniesExpert You too!

  • @noereyes82
    @noereyes82 2 года назад +38

    Hey Bill, I listened and took notes from this well made video. After 2 interviews I was given a Dear John letter; however, a month later the HR Director decided to approve my score and I was invited to a 3rd round with a pool of 3 candidates. I knew I needed to score high on this 3rd of interview so I took notes out of your video and added some of my finesse. Well it PAID OFF! I was offered the position ofDirector of Procurement and I start in January 2022.
    Thank You Sir! God bless you

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  2 года назад +6

      That's wonderful news, Mr.Reyes! Your hard work and application certainly paid off!

  • @indianathe3rd742
    @indianathe3rd742 Год назад +2

    I'm literally having an interview in 30 and im now checking this out😂😂

  • @Lynda812
    @Lynda812 Год назад +4

    You’re the best help I’ve ever seen for job interview prep. I’m 50…. I’ve gone through a few job interviews and I feel prepared. Thank you.

  • @j.jwhitty5861
    @j.jwhitty5861 3 года назад +14

    The last person I employed I asked the same question and the answer was "I have no idea why, I'm a recovering alcoholic who has not worked for 3 years, but I will try and give you 100%".

    • @manjula0710
      @manjula0710 3 года назад +2

      Only an alcoholic will not lie.

    • @TheParadiseParadox
      @TheParadiseParadox 3 года назад +1

      So how did he do?

    • @j.jwhitty5861
      @j.jwhitty5861 3 года назад +2

      @@TheParadiseParadox In fairness; not a bother. I actually thought when the AA meetings stopped that would be the end of him but he surprised me the truth be known.

  • @eddieanderson9399
    @eddieanderson9399 3 года назад +95

    You should hire me because I dont have Covid-19 and I follow social distancing protocols making me the most reliable person you've ever hired.

    • @markriddle3282
      @markriddle3282 3 года назад +19

      Coughs

    • @SHADOW-lo1qu
      @SHADOW-lo1qu 3 года назад +5

      You are hired !!

    • @lordtullus9942
      @lordtullus9942 3 года назад +2

      No one has it but ok

    • @No-yr9rs
      @No-yr9rs 3 года назад +5

      @@lordtullus9942
      Did I just find myself a KAREN?!

    • @rosegroshek1218
      @rosegroshek1218 3 года назад

      Or that you will snitch and cause drama and kiss butt over the small things

  • @AndreasHontzia
    @AndreasHontzia 3 года назад +676

    Them: How many years of experience in Excel?
    Me: Too many.

    • @aayushshrestha1655
      @aayushshrestha1655 3 года назад +41

      I excel in excel!

    • @Asiis
      @Asiis 3 года назад +14

      @@aayushshrestha1655 Excellent

    • @shemarbean1515
      @shemarbean1515 3 года назад +3

      Man I'm a med student and it's ridiculous how much I had to use it in my first year. My mom is an accountant so she forced me to learn it as a kid too which I'm thankful for. I'm also a little too good with SPSS. Imagine Excel designed specifically for statistical analysis. I like to describe it as Excel on crack. If you ever need to make graphs and happen to have a dodgy copy of SPSS I'd highly recommend using it over Excel for that.

    • @apopokate8720
      @apopokate8720 3 года назад +1

      😂😂😂

    • @joytogo7478
      @joytogo7478 8 месяцев назад +1

      How do you answer this for those of us who are not very good at excel?

  • @motorcopT2
    @motorcopT2 3 года назад +9

    He has the perfect tone and cadence. That’s something that is very useful when you are trying to sell yourself to buyers who are sitting right in front of you.

  • @asadfarraj
    @asadfarraj Месяц назад +1

    I found my father, a general manager who oversees interviews, watching this video. He did tell me that this was valuable information.

  • @americanoboist
    @americanoboist 3 года назад +33

    Wow! This is very good advice. I’m 58 years old and am Presently unemployed because of COVID.
    Interview Question I have been asked which I find insufferable is, “what word best describes yourself?” I always answer “vindictive “ and smile.

  • @jeremyallen9624
    @jeremyallen9624 3 года назад +51

    If you have to ask, you shouldn't hire me. I don't need you. You need me.

  • @kellyanna94
    @kellyanna94 3 года назад +9

    Thankfully my job had the BEST interview I ever had. It didn't even feel like an interview so all of their questions like this were rolled into a super natural conversation, which is such a brilliant strategy looking back, because if they're looking for authenticity that's the best way to do it since the rehearsed answers wouldn't fit in that context (thus eliminating the BS factor potential). The manager interviewed me all 3 times, and every time I felt like they were genuinely interested in getting to know me and learn more about me. It never once felt like an interrogation since I never felt pressured or intimidated, and I knew from that moment with their chemistry and how I was treated and how they were even laughing and cracking jokes that I wanted that job more than anything else. The third interview, they bought me breakfast (and offered to pick up whatever kind of coffee I wanted on the way) and took me out to meet the team. I got the job after that breakfast and to this day I'm planning on having this career the rest of my life. :) :) And it was a plus to discover how wonderful the benefits were too!

  • @Carla369
    @Carla369 3 года назад +2

    the best answer. I prepared my file for the interview and I added the link to this video to refresh everything I have heard !! THANKS

  • @ashleyxz2031
    @ashleyxz2031 3 года назад +57

    Hi Bill, I just want to say thank you for your interview prep videos. During the past two weeks, I watched all of them while preparing for my dream job interview, it helped me immensely. Guess what, today I got the offer! I'm going to watch your "How to leave your job" video now :) Thank you again, I will keep watching your videos as my career progresses, and I recommend others do the same.

  • @MarinoTarot
    @MarinoTarot 3 года назад +676

    Very good advice. But to be honest: the requirement lists of the companies are almost always unrealistically high. like you shall be 25 years old but already have 10 years of experience, a masters degree, extra-curricular education and knowledge (SEO, CMS etc) and some social skills :D

    • @flanny701
      @flanny701 3 года назад +36

      apply anyway, but dont lie and say you're something you're not, just tell them what your actual skill levels are if they call you back and ask.

    • @cedrick25
      @cedrick25 3 года назад +96

      Social skills? Welp guess i'm going to be jobless for life

    • @firstnamesurname2482
      @firstnamesurname2482 3 года назад +22

      @@cedrick25 Better start going outside and have a small talk with everyone.
      I know, it's tiresome, but hey, it works.

    • @luisdonoso6154
      @luisdonoso6154 3 года назад +7

      @@gulgaffel Did that actually work for you?

    • @YTPrule
      @YTPrule 3 года назад +40

      That’s a pet peeve I’ve had while searching. Even “entry-level” jobs can have unrealistic expectations.

  • @wraithstrongopark
    @wraithstrongopark 3 года назад +6

    this is gold for me! i swear, in all of the years i've been working, i have never had a good answer for that question.

  • @endebtedone
    @endebtedone 3 года назад +3

    that's great advice. it shows attention to detail and being able to communicate. the personal touch at the end is also great!

  • @KudoShinichii1412
    @KudoShinichii1412 Год назад +2

    wow the way you talk is so amazing howwww
    the confidence in every word you say is outstanding I love it

  • @Hikingalliance
    @Hikingalliance 3 года назад +4

    When they asked me that question once, i told the manager interviewing me “ im here to take your job” and i was hired on the spot.

  • @danielbrown3262
    @danielbrown3262 3 года назад +6

    If honesty doesn’t work in a job interview it’s their loss.

  • @sniperzero8
    @sniperzero8 3 года назад +6

    Thanks for adding value to the applicants who are struggling for job interviews! You being direct to the point, delivering clear statements, how u provide instructions helped us alot! Before, someone told me I was nothing, but then I met you... that's why I became a manager! Thank youuu!!!

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  3 года назад +1

      You're so welcome!

    • @sniperzero8
      @sniperzero8 8 месяцев назад

      I love you man!! How are you? Hope you're good!! Up to now i am still using your guidelines. From Philippines, to Saudi Arabia now i am in Europe! ❤🎉

  • @tdmmoore1820
    @tdmmoore1820 3 года назад +15

    I got a job offer today from one of the biggest companies in the financial industry, thanks to your videos. Especially at round 2 and 3 your videos are spot on. Thank you so much !!

  • @Peratrix
    @Peratrix Год назад +11

    Hi, just wanted to let you know that both me and my husband were applying for new jobs and following your advice from your channel. Both of us got the job! We couldn't believe it! I'd like to thank you, I think my questions at the end impressed the employer, and I learnt it from you!

  • @rmglover3191
    @rmglover3191 3 года назад +30

    That printed, highlighted job description bit is *awesome.* I'd be highly motivated to hire that person. Most people I've encountered who've demonstrated that level of preparedness tend to be stellar, promotable employees.
    I enjoyed this tip as i, myself, like to color just a little bit outside the lines when being interviewed.

  • @whitebear224
    @whitebear224 3 года назад +8

    I'm not even trying to apply for a job but I'm still watching this

  • @goodwin651
    @goodwin651 2 года назад +5

    Your Content is so precise and straight to the point. Because of you, I now have a Job after my first interview....I Love you man!!

    • @TheCompaniesExpert
      @TheCompaniesExpert  2 года назад +1

      Congratulations, Goodwin! Well done!

    • @goodwin651
      @goodwin651 2 года назад +1

      @UCHfYqxApaB6_DXCBuFSYG5w Thank you very much! I couldn't have done it without your help; your videos were very useful. I'm definitely going to tell my friends and colleagues about your amazing works.

  • @Ivantohhh
    @Ivantohhh 3 года назад +5

    I don't know how this got in my recommendations, but it's helpful.
    Thanks.

  • @gauthampaul4213
    @gauthampaul4213 3 года назад +3

    I think this is the one of the most down to earth CEO's I've seen ngl

  • @josephbillanes3017
    @josephbillanes3017 3 года назад +1

    Perfection - he also just proved why he was a former CEO in this vid. If there are any high schoolers / college kids here this man just gave you the only advice you need

  • @geraldpolmateer3255
    @geraldpolmateer3255 3 года назад +18

    Several years ago I had an interview and looked at the faces of each interviewer as I mentioned some of the reasons why I am the best person. At that moment I might have just gone home due to the mediocrity of the interviewers. Later I found out I was glad I was not hired. Their standards were so low. Not long after that HR man quit and went to work for another company. A good questions to ask is about how they handle ethical decisions. If you expect a company to be highly ethical and they are not they will not hire someone who is unethical.

  • @Ogrematic
    @Ogrematic 3 года назад +14

    Thank you that helps. I've never been good at selling myself. I like how simple you made the answer.

  • @tonyjackson8413
    @tonyjackson8413 3 года назад +11

    I am a hiring manager who interviews candidates on a regular basis. This video is on point. We would be very inclined to hire an applicant who answered our questions this way.

  • @benjaminbreedlove5658
    @benjaminbreedlove5658 3 года назад +11

    I’m in the second round of interviews, happening this Friday for one of my dream jobs. I’m glad I found these videos, they are very helpful!

  • @merrywalsh2809
    @merrywalsh2809 3 года назад +6

    During my annual review, I was always asked what my goals were for the coming year. I always answered “to fund my retirement.”

  • @NR-nf1il
    @NR-nf1il 3 года назад +8

    Here is one thing I know. Find out who will be interviewing you and learn their name so you can call them by name when you greet them. People like people who can remember their name. My customers loved it that I knew their name

    • @NR-nf1il
      @NR-nf1il 3 года назад

      @@jofx4051 yeah I guess there is that but it's good to try to find out who will be interviewing you.

  • @jamesfriedman4645
    @jamesfriedman4645 3 года назад +221

    Most companies hire "friends" and BS artists

    • @burcua631
      @burcua631 3 года назад +22

      or "relatives"

    • @arcaneminded
      @arcaneminded 3 года назад +1

      I'm sure that you have also said that 'most girls only date assholes'.

    • @mike-bv2jc
      @mike-bv2jc 3 года назад +2

      @@jonothandoeser "what percentage of companies do you think are smart?" >> If you consider IT companies, NONE of the top 10

    • @MakeupPearls
      @MakeupPearls 3 года назад +3

      My old employer lost their practice because of “friends”. They didn’t listen.

    • @jv-sc1fs
      @jv-sc1fs 3 года назад +1

      Facts

  • @captainitalia811
    @captainitalia811 3 года назад +34

    Apparently "Because y'all are hiring" is the worst response

  • @simonefabiane9562
    @simonefabiane9562 3 года назад +2

    I am partially deaf. Your audio and voice is very good. I didn't have to struggle to hear you. Thank you.

  • @fabiangrijalva5811
    @fabiangrijalva5811 3 года назад +2

    Hey! Thanks to this technique I just landed a dream job!!! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. The CEO of the company was very impressed by it. YOU'RE GREAT! thank you

  • @conservativemacro80
    @conservativemacro80 3 года назад +10

    I was working as a temp at my current job and the manager didn't want to hire me because I didn't "sell myself". I told him what more does he need besides the statistics and my supervisor saying im the best worker that's walked in the door over the last 10 years/ Proof is in there eyes and they still want you to dance for them.

    • @dnw75
      @dnw75 3 года назад

      Yeah, most of these jobs are full of it.

  • @123edwardzpad
    @123edwardzpad 3 года назад +3

    Thank you, Bill. You are awesome too, because you are helping people, help themselves.

  • @drummerkingrulez672
    @drummerkingrulez672 3 года назад +4

    I don't know why this was in my recommended, but I'm not disappointed

  • @konsejitos
    @konsejitos Год назад +2

    No, You are awesome! I felt you spoke directly to me, heck I even offered you a cup of coffee.

  • @muhammadsyafiq1991
    @muhammadsyafiq1991 3 года назад +2

    Simple and concise. I like. Wish me luck in the future (perhaps job hunting next year). Good luck everyone!

  • @ashy_gee6
    @ashy_gee6 3 года назад +4

    I dont normally comment on these kind of videos...but you are absolutely right on the approach on answering. You absolutely remind me of my previous manager. He was looking for somebody with high energy and he got it. I achieved his goal and more. This video def a thumbs on my end.

  • @NR-nf1il
    @NR-nf1il 3 года назад +4

    I've never actually been asked that but I have learned one thing over the years. When you apply for a job and they say we will call you, you don't wait for them to call you you keep calling them period. One of my bosses one time told me that the reason he hired me was because I was persistent. By not waiting for them to call you oh, you show them that you're really serious about wanting the job.

  • @HmLys
    @HmLys 3 года назад +4

    Best thing I can tell you is, don't look like u need the job. YOU chose them. Which is true in the first place. You want them but u don't need it. Make it look like, it's fine if they are not hiring you. You have enough choices. Money comes to those who don't need it. And go to a job interview as if you go on a date. Put on some parfume, do your hair. Dress nicely. No one is interested in ordinary. People will admire you in a way.

  • @jinkazama7587
    @jinkazama7587 3 года назад +2

    RUclips is underrated, you get these videos for free.

  • @thumbtop9562
    @thumbtop9562 3 года назад +2

    This is one of the 5 minute video that changed my view regarding interviews. Thank you very much!!!

  • @veromandujano6410
    @veromandujano6410 3 года назад +3

    Hi Mr. companies expert. I just wanted to come back to this video I watched of you 3 days before an important interview for a job I was praying for. I wanted to say “thank you”. It may be a little silly but I studied and reviewed 3 of your videos and I know this helped me to land this job. Thank you for putting up these types of videos. 🙏🏼

  • @chilldudethegamer420
    @chilldudethegamer420 2 года назад +5

    Thank you so much sir you are awesome I had a phone interview today for a restaurant and I was able to answer every question that he had perfectly and professionally and he seemed really interested in me and he said don't worry about the face-to-face interview and he's going to train me so I think I got the job thank you so much your videos are awesome keep up the good work

  • @mashucha
    @mashucha 3 года назад +104

    “Why do you want to work at McDonald’s”
    Bruh I’m just a high school student, I want to save for college

    • @peterh3213
      @peterh3213 3 года назад

      mcd is one of the most fascinating companies in the world. sure flipping burgers sounds inferior, but if you have open eyes and mind then you can observe the most sophisticated operations from the first row. connect the dots, see the implications of your job microlevel to organization as a whole and it's a magic right in front of you.

  • @247BRIDGE
    @247BRIDGE 3 года назад +2

    Straight to the point. No timewasting. Thanks, Bill.

  • @NavajointheCity
    @NavajointheCity 2 года назад +2

    I like the way you reiterate, at the same time get to the point. Thanks!... and You're awesome too!

  • @chellyblu7198
    @chellyblu7198 3 года назад +7

    I'm watching this video today, I had an interview 4 days ago. They didn't ask that specific questions, but I did bring up the job position requirements and how I can contribute, I even went as far as to know what the company was about and it's history, which surprised them.. I asked my questions (questions I found that are great to ask in an interview), afterwards I felt like the interview went great, the owner really liked me and there was not an awkward silent moment during the interview. The following day I received the email and it said that I am a strong candidate with a lot of potential, but they went a different direction in the hiring process. I know a lot of people are needing jobs now, what bummed me is that I keep hearing the same thing, and I ask what could I have done differently and it's always the same answer, that I did really well, there's nothing differently I could've done and to keep trying...

    • @irinagasson9817
      @irinagasson9817 2 года назад +1

      I know this is a year later, but I suggest ask for something called "Interview feedback". You will be surprised what comes up :)

  • @aldonapolitano5979
    @aldonapolitano5979 3 года назад +16

    After an interview, the lower ranked interviewer followed me to my car. He told me among other things that his boss loved my answer. I had told him that I will make money for him, and that no one had ever lost money on me. I worked for that company in its' several forms (merger madness) the remainder my career, over 25 years.

  • @saxensaxen.point.zer0980
    @saxensaxen.point.zer0980 3 года назад +251

    Hiring manager: Prove to me you can sell this laptop. Intelligent me: takes his laptop and walks out the door. *30 minutes passes* phone starts ringing. Hiring manager: You're hired, just please come back with my laptop.

    • @BlightBreedOfficial
      @BlightBreedOfficial 3 года назад +65

      I once got asked this same question when applying for a pawn shop. I was handed a laptop and was told to sell it, and tried the whole Wolf of Wall Street thing. I took the laptop and said “It would he handy if you had a laptop right now to write down the interview notes. Lucky I’ve got one here.”
      He said, “No it’s fine, I’ve already got one,” and pulled out another laptop from the draw 😂
      I still got the job for being creative and giving them a good laugh though. Was actually a fun interview.

    • @jango7588
      @jango7588 3 года назад +5

      @@BlightBreedOfficial bro I used that same line at a dealership and they offered me the job lol

  • @kacper.1326
    @kacper.1326 3 года назад +2

    I didn't know I answered these types of questions wrong all along. Thank you for explaining this