The Good, the Bad & the Hired - The Interview

Summary

In this interview-style script, the speaker reflects on their journey, including overcoming challenges and leading a failing team to success. They mention being recognized for their leadership and achieving industry recognition, despite being younger than most competitors. When asked about their greatest achievement, they recall coming third in a competition and earning an award. The speaker also addresses their biggest weakness—delegation—admitting they often take on too much themselves to ensure things are done right. Overall, the transcript highlights personal growth, accomplishments, and self-awareness.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker has a bold vision for the future, aiming to 'get rich or die trying.'
• 😀 The speaker’s greatest achievement was leading a failing team to success, despite being younger than their competitors.
• 😀 The speaker was commended for their leadership in turning around a struggling team.
• 😀 They achieved third place in a competition despite having no prior experience in the area.
• 😀 The speaker was unexpectedly recognized at an industry awards gala, which had been ongoing for five years.
• 😀 The speaker’s grandmother keeps their award in a jar on top of her mantlepiece.
• 😀 When asked about their previous job, the speaker explained they left because the role didn’t align with their aspirations.
• 😀 The speaker emphasized the importance of finding a position where they could make an impact and truly thrive.
• 😀 When asked about their biggest weakness, the speaker openly admitted to struggling with delegation.
• 😀 The speaker tends to take on too much work themselves because they prefer things to be done right, acknowledging this as a weakness.

Q & A

What is your long-term goal or vision for yourself?

I plan to get rich or die trying.

What would you say is your greatest achievement?

I joined a failing team in my last job and was commended for my leadership in turning that around. Although I was 8, and the other competitors were 10 or 11, I managed to come third, which was a real achievement.

Can you describe a memorable experience related to your work achievements?

The next year, I was recognized at an industry awards gala. It was a surprise since I had been in the industry for only five years. My granny even keeps the award in a jar on her mantlepiece.

Why did you leave your last role?

I didn't feel the job was a good fit for my aspirations. I wanted to focus on finding a position where I could truly make my own and I believe this role is that opportunity.

What does the phrase 'no comment' mean to you in this context?

It seems like you're referring to a question I don't wish to answer, and 'no comment' indicates that I have no response or don't want to engage with that particular topic.

What is your biggest weakness?

My biggest weakness is delegation. I like things done right, so I often end up taking on too much myself rather than delegating tasks.

How do you manage your tendency to take on too much work yourself?

I recognize that I need to work on delegation and am actively focusing on learning how to trust others with tasks. However, it's something I continue to improve.

How does your approach to leadership differ from others?

I focus on bringing teams together, especially in challenging situations. My leadership approach is about turning failure into success, as seen when I revived a struggling team in my last job.

How do you handle recognition and awards in your career?

I feel honored when recognized, but I also remain grounded. For instance, I was surprised when I won an industry award, but it was a nice acknowledgment of my hard work.

What do you see as the key to success in your future career?

I believe the key to my future success lies in finding a position where I can truly make an impact, something I believe this role offers.