Mastering Leadership Interviews - AI-Powered Learning for Developers

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16 Quizzes

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16 Quizzes

Course Overview

When hiring for a leadership position, organizations are looking for a rich mix of qualities. They want a candidate who has a diverse set of abilities, such as the ability to think strategically, communicate effectively, deliver results, innovate, and collaborate with other cross-functional teams, among many others. This course aims to provide you with a systematic approach to preparing for and acing leadership interviews. You'll delve into the essentials of leadership interviews, gaining a clear grasp of...Show More

What You'll Learn

Mastery of all the stages of a leadership interview

Understanding of the key desirable traits of a leader

Knowledge of a systematic approach to preparing for leadership interviews

Comprehensive knowledge of the red flags in leadership interviews

What You'll Learn

Mastery of all the stages of a leadership interview

Course Content

What is a Leadership Behavior Interview?

About the Course

Engineering Interview Process

Structured Interviews

Types of Behavioral Interviews Leadership Assessment Rubric Quiz: Leadership Interviews

How to Prepare for a Leadership Interview

Overview: The STAR Method Interview The STAR Method Best Practices Common STAR Method Mistakes How to Choose a Situation to Use in Your Answer Quiz: The STAR Method Leadership Interview Grid Practicing Leadership Interview

Typical Questions and Ways to Answer Them

Leadership Signals to Highlight in Your Answer Mentorship, Coaching, and Feedback Questions Collaboration and Teamwork Questions Influence and Stakeholder Management Questions Mistake and Failure Questions Process Improvements Questions Conflict Resolution Questions High- and Low-Performer Management Questions Manager-of-Managers Questions Hiring Questions What If You Don't Have an Answer?Example Leadership Interview Grids

How to Present Yourself Effectively During the Interview

Self-Introduction Pitch Small Talk with Interviewers Use "I" Statements Clear and Concise Communication Pacing and Time Management Body Language Engaging with Interviewers In-Person Interview Etiquette Virtual Interview Etiquette Quiz: Presenting Yourself Effectively

Red Flags in Leadership Interviews

Lack of Preparation Lack of Self-Awareness Inflexibility and Resistance to Change Micromanagement Tendencies Negative Attitude Inability to Provide Specific Examples Inconsistent Answers Lack of Enthusiasm Not Acting on Obvious Problems Making Inappropriate Comments and Jokes Is It OK Not to Ask Questions?Quiz: Red Flags in Leadership Interviews

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Emma Bostian 🐞

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Evan Dunbar

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Vinay Krishnaiah

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Anthony Walker

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Emma Bostian 🐞

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