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Who is your favorite influencer in the management or leadership space?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
There are many influencers in the leadership and management arena, and the interviewer would like to know your favorite. An influencer is a famous individual who is often the pace-setter regarding change and ideas in your industry. They may be someone famous, an author, the host of a podcast you listen to, a journalist, or a local business owner you admire.
Some of the top influencers in leadership and people management right now are:
- Simon Sinek
- Lolly Daskal
- John Maxwell
- Gary Vaynerchuk
- Tony Robbins
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"My favorite influencer in the leadership space right now is Lolly Daskal. I recently read her book, 'The Leadership Gap,' which taught me a great deal about what makes an effective leader. Have you read it?"
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I have followed the work of Tony Robbins for years now and recently attended one of his workshops dedicated to modernizing the thought process of an effective leader. I have put a great deal of effort into molding myself into a great leader before even taking on my first leadership role. I am ready!"
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"Simon Sinek's TED talk about the 'Three Golden Circles' completely changed the way I think about leadership. He says that leaders are responsible for the people first. When you take responsibility for your people or your team, they will in turn take care of the results."
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I have taken several leadership courses through John Maxwell and am a big fan because his principals are so empowering. Another book I've read is Step Up; Lead in Six Moments that Matter by Henry Evans. This book points out that there are many situations both at work and in our personal lives that call for leadership, even if you're not the one in charge.
Rachelle's Feedback
This book sounds very interesting! I like that you give a couple of options, and dig into them, leaving more opportunity for the interviewer to relate.
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My favorite influencer is Mel Robbins, she has taught me how to get the life I want and how to push past uncomfortable situations.
Stephanie's Feedback
It sounds like Mel has been a major influence on you! I suggest developing this response a little more, to make it more vivid and memorable. What is it about Mel that stands out to you? Can you give an example of how she's influenced you? (Example: is there a specific uncomfortable situation that she influenced you in pushing past?) A few more details here will take your response from good to great!
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