Getting Grilled: Interview Prep Questions Answered by CEO’s

“Tell me about yourself.”
‘Smart interviewees take this as an invite to talk about relevant experience. It’s an opportunity to lead with whatever you want. Definitely keep it job-related.’
‘ Karen McGee, director of career development center, Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Public Communications

By COED Staff

‘Say something that would describe your character or gives insight into your priorities, goals and what kind of person you are.’
‘ Erik Johnson, senior associate, EYP Architecture and Engineering

“What is a difficult work situation and how did you get through it?”

‘That is a people-skills question. Do they keep their head while others lose it? We’re looking at how they can take emotion out of a situation and address it in as close to a win-win situation as they can.’
‘ David So