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.
Software development jobs aren’t just growing. They’re growing five times faster than the national average. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, software developer employment is projected to increase 15% from 2024 to 2034, with roughly 129,200 job openings expected each year. The median salary? A cool $139,220. But here’s the thing. Having “skills” isn’t…
So you’ve landed an interview for a supply chain manager position. That’s a big deal. These roles are in serious demand right now, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting 17% job growth for logisticians through 2034. And with average salaries ranging from $95,000 to well over $130,000 depending on experience and industry, the stakes…
So you landed an interview at H&M. That’s a big deal. With over 4,000 stores across 75 markets, H&M is one of the largest fashion retailers on the planet. Their purpose? To “liberate fashion for the many.” And right now, they’re looking for people who can help them do exactly that. But here’s the thing….
Why Easy Credentials Are a Smart Career Move in 2026 You don’t need to spend years in school or thousands of dollars to earn a credential that actually moves the needle on your career. Some of the most valuable licenses and certifications in 2026 can be completed in a single afternoon. Others take just a…
We talk to hiring managers every single day. And when it comes to full stack developer candidates, they keep telling us the same thing: “I don’t need someone who’s heard of React, Node, Python, Django, Docker, AND Kubernetes. I need someone who can actually build something that works.” That brings us to the IBM Full…
You know exactly what you do. You’ve spent years mastering your field, building expertise that sets you apart. Then an interviewer asks: “How would you explain what you do to someone outside your industry?” Suddenly, your brain floods with jargon, technical terms, and specialized processes. You know the answer, but explaining it without insider language…
Why Project Management Certifications Matter More Than Ever in 2026 The project management field is booming. According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), project-intensive industries are projected to grow by 37%, creating demand for nearly 87.7 million professionals in project management roles by 2027. That kind of growth means opportunity, but it also means competition….
What Makes Second Round Interviews Different Making it to the second interview means you’ve already proven you have the basic qualifications. Now the real evaluation begins. The hiring manager knows you can do the job. What they don’t know yet is whether you’re the best person to do it. According to recent hiring data, typically…
We talk to hiring managers every day who tell us the same thing: they have plenty of project manager applicants, but almost no one can actually run a meeting. They get resumes loaded with buzzwords. “Cross-functional collaborator.” “Results-oriented leader.” “Strong organizational skills.” But when they ask “How would you handle a project that’s three weeks…
If you’ve ever felt the runner’s high that comes from hitting a new personal best, you already understand the transformative power of running. Now imagine channeling that passion into a career where you help others experience those same breakthroughs. The ISSA Running Coach Certification offers exactly that opportunity, and it’s one of the most accessible…
