"Which part of a bicycle do you associate yourself with?". This is one of those tricky interview questions you may be asked in a job interview. What would you answer, and why?

This aligns well with a couple questions I've been asked during some interviews. One was: if you could be any animal, what would you be and why? The... other was: if you could have any super power what would it be and why? These questions are alright but I always wondered what information is really gathered when folks answer. I couldnt help but notice there was zero mention of the tires. Which feels like something id say but my gut tells me it would be an unfavorable answer somehow, but logic tells me you cant operate that bike without a tire. Having a tube is important, but you still need the tire. So, I would be honest and say, "these questions are my least favorite, and a tire. Ill work well on the road, and I hope to go for thousands of amazing miles before I dry rot."  more

I’m 25 years old and have been working as a junior manager in a trading company for 4 years. Recently, our internal email said that another department is looking for a new boss. I sent my resume. But...

Also, dont be afraid to do some self reflection. Take a second somegime and examine your qualifications, and opportunities for improvement. Take a... look around at other options in the industry and see what the qualifications for those positions are. Maybe revamp your resume or do a little upskilling. Believe in yourself. You made it this far, and you can bet your boots that means there is more out there where this is. Always remeber your value, keep your head up and your work boots on. You got this.  more

I’m 25 years old and have been working as a junior manager in a trading company for 4 years. Recently, our internal email said that another department is looking for a new boss. I sent my resume. But...

I refuse to believe that the reason they wont give you the job is solely becuase you are 25, especially if other department heads are 26-27. That 4... years of being a junior manager can't have been for nothing, and there is an obvious qualification that lead you into that position to begin with. I've noticed that older men in powerful positions sometimes do not like to A.) Allow for someone to get a foot forward until that person has struggled/suffered in the same way for the same length of time they have, B.) Dont like to see someone younger as an equal or be forced to have to work in a team setting or possibly have to take any advice from a younger person, C.) Tend to not want to justify themselves and offer a "because" type of reason. Ask yourself: What type of personality do these folks have? Is it in my best interest to stay with this company or are they holding me back? Am I willing to stay in this position for an undisclosed time period until they decide that I am ready?  more