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.
Landing a job at Olive Garden means joining one of America’s most beloved restaurant chains with nearly 900 locations and over 99,000 employees nationwide. But here’s what many candidates don’t expect: Olive Garden’s interview process focuses heavily on hospitality, family values, and your ability to create memorable dining experiences for guests. With 64% of candidates…
Landing a job at Capital One means joining one of the largest banks in America with over $490 billion in assets and a reputation for innovation in the financial industry. But here’s what catches many candidates off guard: Capital One’s rigorous interview process goes far beyond typical banking questions, focusing heavily on analytical thinking, behavioral…
Picture this: You spend two hours crafting the perfect application for what seems like your dream job. The role description matches your skills perfectly, the company culture sounds amazing, and the salary range is exactly what you’re looking for. You submit your carefully tailored resume and cover letter, then wait. And wait. And wait. Three…
Picture this: You’re interviewing a promising software engineer over video call. Everything seems perfect until you ask them to place their hand in front of their face. Suddenly, they refuse and abruptly end the call. This isn’t fiction. It happened to Dawid Moczadlo, co-founder of cybersecurity firm Vidoc Security, when he unknowingly interviewed an AI-generated…
It’s 7:15 AM and you’re walking through the hallways when a parent storms into your office, furious about their child’s suspension. Five minutes later, a teacher appears at your door in tears because of a classroom management crisis. Your phone buzzes with a text from the superintendent about an urgent budget meeting, and you can…
Picture this: The interviewer leans forward and asks, “Tell me about a time when you faced a significant challenge at work.” Your mind goes blank, your palms start sweating, and you scramble for an answer that sounds impressive but authentic. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Behavioral interview questions now make up 60-70% of most interviews,…
The average medical school accepts only 7% of applicants, and your interview performance often determines whether you’re part of that elite group. While your GPA and MCAT scores get you in the door, it’s your interview that reveals whether you have the character, communication skills, and genuine commitment needed to become an exceptional physician. Medical…
What if we told you that most people are leaving thousands of dollars on the table every time they get a job offer? Here’s the reality: Research consistently shows that salary negotiation works, yet the majority of workers still walk away from money that’s rightfully theirs. Despite overwhelming evidence that asking for more actually gets…
Picture this: You’ve worked tirelessly through four years of medical school, aced your Step exams, and submitted your residency applications. Now you’re sitting across from the program director of your dream residency, heart racing as they lean forward and ask, “So, why did you choose this specialty?” This moment can make or break your residency…
Sarah sent 87 LinkedIn messages last month. She got 3 responses. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Every day, recruiters and hiring managers are bombarded with LinkedIn messages from job seekers. We’re talking 200+ messages daily hitting their inboxes. Most get deleted without a second glance. Here’s the thing: We wanted to know what actually works….
