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Mastering Leadership Interviews

Learn a systematic approach to acing leadership interviews. Showcase your leadership skills & experience in a way that will stand out to interviewers.

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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 their significance. You'll explore effective interview preparation techniques, such as constructing compelling responses and mastering best practices to avoid potential pitfalls. You’ll finish off by learning what to avoid in a leadership interview. Armed with the preparation strategies taught in this course, you’ll be able to systematically prepare for leadership interviews. Your enhanced capabilities will empower you to confidently pursue leadership positions, marking an advancement in your career.

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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

Mastery of all the stages of a leadership interview

Content

48 Lessons16 Quizzes

What is a Leadership Behavior Interview?

6 Lessons

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

7 Lessons

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

12 Lessons

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

10 Lessons

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

12 Lessons

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

Conclusion

1 Lessons

Wrap up!

Certificate of Completion

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Course Author:

Kate Semizhon

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pass a leadership interview?

For those appearing for a leadership interview, these are the four ways to pass the interview:

Showcase your ability to inspire, motivate, and guide teams.
Highlight your communication, collaboration, and delegation skills.
Prepare examples of projects, resolve conflicts, and make critical decisions under pressure.
Use the STAR method to structure your responses.

How do you stand out in a leadership interview?

Standing out in a leadership interview requires demonstrating your leadership ability and unique approach, vision, and emotional intelligence. You can achieve this by making an extra effort to learn about the company’s culture and future objectives. Answer the questions honestly, but incorporate the company’s mission in your responses where it makes sense. You must showcase your ability to inspire, guide, and deliver results while being adaptable and confident.