This week, we’re publishing the second episode of our podcast series. Mani and I chat about interview prep, and how to successfully prepare for and differentiate yourself from other candidates to land a job.
Would you like to know the key takeaways before tuning in to our podcast?
There is no such thing as being over-prepared when it comes to securing your dream job. Maximize your chances of success by being thoroughly prepared for the all-important application process. Join us as we delve into the most effective strategies, resources, and scheduling techniques to help you ace your interview.
Don't forget, these rounds are not just about the employer evaluating you, but it's also your chance to evaluate the company. Pay close attention to the company culture and take note of any red flags that may impact your future with the organization.
Summary:
0:00 - Intro to GigaGrowth
01:01 - Highlights of our week
03:58 - Nailing the interview process
04:39 - Different rounds of interviews for PM/ BizOps roles
06:10 - Recruiter call
07:40 - Collecting information & evaluation across interview rounds
08:10 - Presentation during the recruiter round
08:55 - Founder & department head round
10:50 - Gauging leadership style & vision
11:42 - Doing homework & using it in interviews
15:28 - Secret Sauce for behavioral interviews
19:13 - Practising for PM/ BizOps case interviews
22:40 - Resources for PM interviews
24:60 - Preparing for a career pivot
28:30 - Teamwork versus individual work stories
30:10 - Gauging cultural fit
33:31 - Scheduling & spacing interview rounds
35:47 - Takeaways
References
Our first blog post on putting together your application materials including your resume and cover letter.
Our podcast episode on how to secure a PM/BizOps interview.
In our next episode, we will discuss how to evaluate and choose from multiple job offers. How will you discern dealbreakers and good-to-haves?
See you next week!
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