Job interviews

Peak-End Rule

Peak-End Rule

Ending interviews on a strong note to leave a lasting, positive impression on the interviewer.
SWOT Analysis

SWOT Analysis

SWOT analysis can help individuals identify their strengths and weaknesses, as well as potential opportunities and threats in the job market, leading to better interview preparation.
Anchoring

Anchoring

Avoid anchoring your expectations on the first job offer you receive and consider the overall job market and your qualifications.
Outgroup Homogeneity Bias

Outgroup Homogeneity Bias

Being aware of outgroup homogeneity bias can prevent unfair judgments of job applicants based on their social or cultural background.
Big Five Personality Traits

Big Five Personality Traits

Understanding your own personality traits can help tailor your responses to match the job requirements and company culture, increasing your chances of success.
Gambler's Fallacy

Gambler's Fallacy

Recognizing the gambler's fallacy can help you avoid overestimating your chances of success based on previous interview experiences.
Barnum Effect

Barnum Effect

Be mindful of the interviewer using the Barnum effect to make their company seem like the perfect fit, and base your decision on tangible factors.
Minto Pyramid

Minto Pyramid

Knowing how to structure your responses using Minto Pyramid can help you articulate your thoughts clearly and concisely, making a better impression on your interviewer.
Framing Effect

Framing Effect

Understanding the framing effect can help you present your skills and experiences in a more favorable light.
Halo Effect

Halo Effect

Understanding the halo effect can help you avoid making hiring decisions based solely on a candidate's attractiveness or charisma.
7-38-55 Rule

7-38-55 Rule

Applying the 7-38-55 Rule helps you create a positive impression by focusing on body language and tone of voice to convey confidence and competence.
Skinner's Superstition Experiment

Skinner's Superstition Experiment

Focus on preparation and qualifications rather than lucky charms or rituals.
Six Thinking Hats

Six Thinking Hats

Evaluating candidates using objective data, gut feelings, and potential risks.
Self-Serving Bias

Self-Serving Bias

Recognizing that both successes and failures may have multiple factors at play helps to present a more honest and balanced self-image.
Dunning–Kruger Effect

Dunning–Kruger Effect

Candidates can prepare better by recognizing they might overestimate their skills and instead focus on measurable achievements.

Similar Situations

Monty Hall Problem

Monty Hall Problem

Job offers: (Topic: Deep probability Understanding) Comparing job opportunities based on the likelihood of job satisfaction and career growth.
Maslow's Hammer

Maslow's Hammer

Job searching: Exploring various job search strategies, like networking or job boards, rather than only applying to posted positions.
Big Five Personality Traits

Big Five Personality Traits

Job Satisfaction: Recognizing the alignment between your personality traits and job requirements can lead to greater job satisfaction and career fulfillment.
Confirmation Bias

Confirmation Bias

Job offers: Understanding confirmation bias can help you evaluate job offers more objectively, considering both pros and cons.
Ikigai

Ikigai

Job satisfaction: Focusing on your Ikigai can improve your job satisfaction by aligning your daily work with your personal values and goals.
Decoy Effect

Decoy Effect

Job offers: Recognizing the decoy effect can help you evaluate job offers more objectively, without being swayed by less attractive alternatives.
The Barber Paradox

The Barber Paradox

Career planning: Evaluating job opportunities and career paths through logical analysis of pros and cons.
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Workplace culture: Creating an environment that addresses employees' needs, promoting engagement and job satisfaction.
Five Whys

Five Whys

Work performance: Analyzing the root causes of mistakes or low productivity to enhance job performance.
Breadth-First Search

Breadth-First Search

Job searching: Applying to relevant positions in the same field before considering other industries.