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Send us Fan Mail Two people can walk into the same job interview with the same resume and get wildly different results. The difference usually is not charisma or luck. It is whether you practiced the right way and built a clear strategy around what the hiring manager actually needs. I lay out a simple, repeatable approach to AI interview prep that helps you show up calm, specific, and ready to com...

Send us Fan Mail Hiring is slowing down — but opportunities still exist for candidates who know how to stand out. In this episode, Josh breaks down the one question that can win (or lose) your next job offer: “Why should I hire you?” In the Interview Intel segment, Josh explores what recent hiring trends mean for job seekers and why companies are being more selective than ever. In The Playbook seg...

Send us Fan Mail This episode equips listeners with powerful frameworks and strategies for effectively answering behavioral interview questions. By focusing on relevant skills and crafting memorable stories, candidates can significantly enhance their chances of success in job interviews. It all comes down to one critical strategy you NEED to use. Listen to the end! • Overview of behavioral intervi...

Send us Fan Mail The episode emphasizes the importance of preparing for the interview question, "Why should I hire you?" and how this preparation can enhance your overall confidence and interview performance. Key strategies discussed include focusing on your skills, communicating your passion for the role, highlighting your unique qualifications, and making the hiring manager's deci...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we share five crucial lessons on mastering job interviews that I wish I knew ten years ago. These insights are designed to help you reshape your interview strategy and boost your confidence, making it easier for you to communicate your value effectively.  • It’s not about answering questions; it’s about telling them what they need to know  • Begin your prep early...

Send us Fan Mail Change your approach to interview preparation and set yourself up for success in the new year. This episode provides practical tips on reshaping your mindset, preparing key examples about yourself, and the significance of intentional preparation.  • Shifting perspective from answering questions to telling your story  • Importance of a proactive approach to interview prep  • Creati...

Send us Fan Mail Can AI revolutionize your interview prep? Today we covered how you can use ChatGPT and Google Interview Warmup to build your confidence and help you stand out. Want more? Check out Equipped Interview . Join hosts Joshua Tinkey and Lynda Commale on this eye-opening episode of the Equipped Interview Podcast as we uncover the transformative power of AI tools like ChatGPT and Google&a...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to turn the final question of an interview into your golden moment? On this episode of the Equipped Interview Podcast, we flip the script on traditional interview advice. Join hosts Joshua Tinkey and Lynda Commale as they introduce the SHOW method (Share, Have an opinion, get Others' opinions, and Write and wonder), an innovative strategy to make a memorable...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to conquer your next job interview with confidence? Learn our seven-step framework that will transform your interview preparation from daunting to manageable. Discover why having a clear structure is essential for easing your nerves and amplifying your performance. Josh and Lynda break down Equipped Interview's 7 Prep Steps, offering practical advice rooted in years of...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why the seemingly simple question, 'Tell me about yourself,' can make or break your interview? Unravel the secrets behind this crucial question with Joshua Tinkey and Lynda Commale, who share their combined three decades of interviewing wisdom. You'll grasp the essential strategies to construct a compelling, tailored response that impresses hiring mana...

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Send us Fan Mail Don’t spend any more time searching through articles, lists, or websites. Check out Equipped Essentials for your all-in-one, 35-page digital book that offers examples, tips, memory hooks, and easy to follow advice. Support the show Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! Start here!! --> Get your free resource from our recent episode. Get a free...

Send us Fan Mail Don’t spend any more time searching through articles, lists, or websites. Check out Equipped Essentials for your all-in-one, 35-page digital book that offers examples, tips, memory hooks, and easy to follow advice. Support the show Don’t spend any more time searching through articles, lists, or websites. Check out Equipped Essentials for your all-in-one, 35-page digital book that...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! Start here!! --> Get your free resource from our recent episode. Get a free copy of the 7 Prep Steps. In today's episode: We change things up and have a guest! MaryBeth Rodden, a cross-industry, 20-year veteran recruiter joins us to share her best tips and secrets to help you stand out in your next job...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! Start here!! --> Get your free resource from our recent episode. Get a free copy of the 7 Prep Steps. In today's episode: We share our exact process and steps we use when we sit down to prepare for an interview. There's a lot to cover here and we don't hold back!  We also share the one questi...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! Start here!! --> Get your free resource from our recent episode. Get a free copy of the 7 Prep Steps. In today's episode: Josh and Lynda have a conversation around why women and men often approach the job application process differently. But should they?  We cover: Statistics and our opinions/reaction...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! Start here!! --> Get your free resource from our recent episode. Get a free copy of the 7 Prep Steps. In today's episode: Josh and Lynda discuss those crazy, off-the-wall interview questions you never want to hear, like "Why are manholes round?", "If you could be any animal, which one wo...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! In today's episode: Start here!! --> Get your free resource from today's episode. Get a free copy of the 7 Prep Steps. Follow along during or after the episode. We are SO excited for today's episode! Josh and Lynda introduce the new Equipped Interview 7 Prep Steps. There are so many things yo...

Send us Fan Mail  Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! In today's episode: Josh and Lynda share 5 true stories from past interviews that were memorable to say the least. We provide several suggestions along the way to help you learn from others' (and our!) mistakes. Need more job interview help quickly? With so many other people going for the same role...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! In today's episode: Josh and Lynda discuss 7 mistakes you can easily avoid in your next job interview. We share examples, stories, and practical suggestions.  Need more job interview help quickly? With so many other people going for the same role you are, do you wonder how you can stand out among a sea of...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! In today's episode: Josh and Lynda share 6 practical tips to help with your 'why', how to avoid panic, how to finish telling stories, and more! Need more job interview help quickly? With so many other people going for the same role you are, do you wonder how you can stand out among a sea of the...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! In today's episode: Josh and Lynda share why we've been away from making new episodes for so long and what to expect now that we're back. We also share: 5 reasons why you should always be prepping for an interview (even if you don't have one coming up!) 3 simple steps you can take today to...

Send us Fan Mail Your Equipped Interview co-hosts are Joshua Tinkey & Lynda Commale! With so many other people going for the same role you are, do you wonder how you can stand out among a sea of the same? Want to speed up your interview prep process and get that job faster? Everything you need - every tip, framework, suggestion - is provided in this practical, all-in-one book. The hosts of the...

Send us Fan Mail Want to speed up your interview prep process and get that job faster? Everything you need - every tip, framework, suggestion - is provided in this practical, all-in-one book. The host of the Equipped Interview Podcast brings you: EQUIPPED ESSENTIALS: Every tip you need to jump start your prep, build confidence, and stand out in your next job interview brings you all the essentials...

Send us Fan Mail Want to speed up your interview prep process and get that job faster? Everything you need - every tip, framework, suggestion - is provided in this practical, all-in-one book. The host of the Equipped Interview Podcast brings you: EQUIPPED ESSENTIALS: Every tip you need to jump start your prep, build confidence, and stand out in your next job interview brings you all the essentials...