03: Interview Secrets from the Other Side of the Desk. Lessons from Harvard Business School H.R.

Interviews don’t have to be stressful. Chances are you’ve been in many job interviews over the course of your career, and maybe even interviewed some candidates for your organization. Ellen Mahoney, chief human resources officer of Harvard Business School, has more than 30 years of experience interviewing applicants from a wide background, and she’s seen it all.Ellen dives into interview secrets from the interviewer’s perspective so you can nail your next interview--whether you’re looking for a corporate job, trying to land a freelance gig or even interviewing candidates for an opening you have. This episode runs the gamut.In this episode, you’ll learn:How the interview process has changed over the last century (or has it?)How to explain gaps in your employment historyWhether to divulge you lack technology skillsHow to answer questions about being let goWhat your appearance has to do with your competencyWhat you need to do to walk away knowing you’ve aced the interview Mentioned in this episode:The Confidence Gap About EllenEllen is the chief human resources officer of Harvard Business School and the executive director of HBS Initiatives. She is responsible for managing HBS’s human resources functions for the more than 1200 administrative staff who support the school’s mission.