The Management Tip of the Day

Today’s Tip 3 Things Hiring Managers Want You to Tell Them Hiring managers don't always ask straightforward questions, which can make it hard to know whether you're convincing them you're right for the job. Here's what the interviewer really wants you to answer — however they may ask about it: What are you like to work with? Help them see you as a member of the team by establishing a rapport. Smile, lean forward to show you're engaged, speak with enthusiasm, and make eye contact. Can you learn? Talk about how you've handled challenges in the past, including new skills you picked up along the way. You can also inquire about the learning resources the company offers, which will make clear that you want to grow. Can you take initiative? Demonstrate this by being prepared. Know what the company does, its history, its strengths, and its weaknesses. And be ready to ask good questions about the company and the role. This tip is adapted from “3 Questions Hiring Managers Want You to Answer,” by Art Markman Access the very best. With a HBR subscription, you'll get access to 50 of our best-selling articles and a wealth of content and resources, written by the world's leading business minds. View our subscription options Article What Makes a Leader by Daniel Goleman Skills and smarts matter, but emotional intelligence matters more. Subscribers have exclusive access to this and other leadership classics in our 50 best-selling articles collection. Become a better leader Book Good Charts Workbook: Tips Tools, and Exercises for Making Better Data Visualizations by Scott Berinato $35 Learn more Don’t forget you’re entitled to 20% off your first purchase* *Use promo code HBRORGREG3 View in browser Contact us Privacy policy Unsubscribe

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