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.
Firefighter interviews are among the most rigorous in public safety, with departments receiving hundreds of applications for just a few open positions. Your performance in that interview room often determines whether you’ll join the ranks of those who run toward danger when others run away. Unlike typical job interviews, firefighter interviews test your mental toughness,…
The moment arrives in every interview when you hear those four intimidating words: “What’s your greatest accomplishment?” Your mind races. Do you talk about that major project? The time you exceeded sales targets? Or maybe something from earlier in your career? This question isn’t just small talk. It’s a strategic assessment tool that reveals your…
Nobody walks into an interview hoping to discuss their biggest blunders. You’ve polished your resume, practiced your elevator pitch, and prepared to showcase your accomplishments. Then the interviewer drops this curveball: “Tell me about a time you made a mistake.” Your heart skips a beat. Why would they want to hear about your failures when…
You walk into the interview room feeling prepared. You’ve researched the company, rehearsed your elevator pitch, and even practiced answers to common questions. But within the first five minutes, you can feel it slipping away. Your responses sound generic. Your examples don’t quite fit what they’re asking. The interviewer’s enthusiasm visibly drops. Here’s what most…
Landing a pharmacy technician role requires more than just certification and technical knowledge. With the healthcare industry evolving rapidly and pharmacy technicians playing increasingly vital roles in patient care, interview standards have become more rigorous. Today’s hiring managers are looking for candidates who can demonstrate not only their understanding of pharmaceutical processes but also their…
Landing a Scrum Master role requires more than just knowing the theory. Hiring managers want to see evidence that you can lead teams, remove obstacles, and deliver results in complex environments. Whether you’re transitioning into your first Scrum Master position or advancing your agile career, the interview process tests both your knowledge and your practical…
You walk into your Chipotle interview confident, prepared, and ready to show why you’re the perfect fit for their team. But then the interviewer asks, “Tell me about a time you dealt with a difficult customer,” and suddenly your mind goes blank. This scenario happens to countless job seekers who underestimate the importance of preparation…
Landing a job at FedEx means joining a company that connects 99% of the world’s GDP and handles over 17 million packages daily. With operations spanning 220+ countries and territories, FedEx has built its reputation on the promise that your package will arrive “absolutely, positively” on time. But here’s the challenge: FedEx interviews can be…
Landing a job at Amazon’s warehouse might be easier than you think. Unlike most companies that put candidates through multiple rounds of interviews, Amazon has streamlined their warehouse hiring process to focus on what really matters: your ability to work safely, handle physical demands, and contribute to their customer-obsessed culture. The reality about Amazon warehouse…
Landing a program manager interview is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. You’re not just competing against other project managers anymore. You’re up against candidates who understand the strategic difference between managing individual projects and orchestrating entire programs that drive business transformation. Program managers oversee an average of 5-7 interconnected projects simultaneously, each with…
