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đź’ˇ The 3-Question Interview Prep Formula That Boosts Confidence
Master just three questions and you’ll be ready for 80% of interviews — without endless prep.

Most job seekers over-prepare for interviews — reading endless question lists — and still feel unready.
The truth? You only need to master 3 core questions to handle 80% of interviews with confidence.
Question 1: “Tell me about yourself.”
This is your chance to guide the conversation. Keep it under 90 seconds:
Who you are professionally
The skills you’re strongest in
Why you’re excited about this role at this company
Question 2: “Why should we hire you?”
Connect your top 2–3 skills directly to the company’s needs.
Example: “My background in [skill] and [skill] aligns with your goal of [specific company goal]. In my last role, I [achievement with numbers], and I’m confident I can bring similar results here.”
Question 3: “Tell me about a time when…” (Behavioral)
Follow the STAR method:
Situation – Set the context
Task – What needed to be done
Action – What you did
Result – What happened (with numbers if possible)
Why This Works
Cuts prep time in half — focus on stories that can answer multiple questions
Makes your answers memorable — clear structure + concrete examples stick
Boosts confidence — you’ll walk in knowing you can handle anything
The Bottom Line
Instead of cramming for dozens of questions, prepare to sell yourself through a few strong, adaptable answers. It’s the fastest way to walk in confident and walk out with an offer.
That’s all for today — pick your 3 stories, practice them, and you’ll be ready for your next interview.
See you next time with more tools to help you land the roles you actually want. ✌️
Till next time,
Path Launch Team