Mike Simpson is the co-founder of The Interview Guys, the career-advice site he launched in February 2013 to help job seekers actually land the roles they want. Over the last 13 years, the site has reached more than 100 million job seekers worldwide, and Mike's particular focus is interview preparation: how candidates can actually answer the questions hiring managers really care about.
He holds a Business degree from Bishop's University (HR major, Economics minor) and is an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches (PARWCC) and the National Career Development Association (NCDA). His advice has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and CNBC, and is referenced by career-services teams at the University of Michigan, Penn State, Northeastern, the University of Toronto, McGill, Wellesley College, and Kansas State, among others.
Articles credited to Mike on The Interview Guys are reviewed and edited by him personally to make sure the frameworks, examples, and recommendations match what actually works in real interviews.
Six months sounds aggressive when you’re staring down the idea of completely changing careers. But here’s the thing: most people overestimate what it takes to make the switch. You don’t need to quit your job, rack up student debt, or spend two years back in a classroom. What you actually need is a plan, the…
Google certificates have helped millions of people break into new careers without a degree. But is one right for you, and will it actually move the needle when you’re job hunting? We hear some version of this question constantly: “I found this Google certificate on Coursera and I want to change careers. Is it legit,…
Walking into a Wendy’s interview without preparation is like showing up to a lunch rush with no game plan. The good news? Wendy’s interviews are not designed to trip you up. They’re designed to see if you’re reliable, customer-focused, and ready to be part of a team. Whether you’re applying for a crew member position,…
The assisted living industry is booming right now. With over 30,500 assisted living communities operating across the United States and 63% of them reporting staff shortages, facilities are actively looking for qualified, compassionate people to join their teams. But even with high demand, you still need to nail the interview. Assisted living hiring managers aren’t…
Supply chain hiring managers have a complaint they share more than almost any other: candidates look great on paper but can’t explain how a disruption in one part of the chain affects everything downstream. The right certification doesn’t just add a line to your resume. It gives you the language, the frameworks, and the credibility…
You just landed an interview for an AI/ML engineer role. The job posting mentions everything from neural networks and model deployment to cross-functional collaboration and system design. So where do you even start preparing? Here’s the thing. AI/ML engineering interviews in 2026 look very different from what they did even two years ago. Companies aren’t…
You have been applying to bookkeeping positions, and you finally got the call. The interview is on the calendar. Now the nerves kick in. What exactly will they ask? Will it be all technical questions about debits and credits? Will they quiz you on software? Or will they throw curveballs about how you handle pressure…
Why Certifications Are a Career Changer’s Best Friend Changing careers used to mean going back to school for years. That’s no longer the case. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow much faster than average through 2034, with roughly 330,000 openings per year. The…
So you landed a Shopify interview. That is a big deal. Shopify powers millions of online stores worldwide and has built a reputation as one of the most innovative tech companies on the planet. Their mission to “make commerce better for everyone” is not just a slogan on the wall. It drives how they hire,…
The cybersecurity job market right now is unlike anything we’ve seen before. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for information security analysts is projected to grow 29% between 2024 and 2034. That’s nearly ten times faster than the average for all occupations. Entry-level analysts are pulling in $70,000 to $90,000, with mid-level professionals…
