Interview Prep Weekend

Your passion and skills combined to ignite your interview.

 
 

Job interviews bring up big feelings.

Fear, excitement, stress, hope.

Even if you’re passionate about your work and experienced in your sector, it can still be a challenge to talk about your work.

But don’t worry. The Interview Prep Weekend is designed to boost your confidence and prepare you for upcoming interviews.

The practical part of interview preparation helps you come up with stories, structure them well, and gain confidence through practice.

But the heart of this work is helping you see your own amazingness and know you can go for big things.

Let’s look at where you are now.

Does this sound like you?

  • "There’s a role I want, but I’m not confident I can convince the interviewers I’m right for it."

  • "My interview preparation feels disorganized, and I want to know that I’m ready."

  • "I keep getting interviews, but not offers."

  • “I know what I want to say but I don’t know the right story to tell."

  • "It’s been a while since my last interview, and I want to brush up on my skills.”

If you find yourself nodding along, rest assured that you're not alone. I understand the frustration and uncertainty you may have. But it doesn't have to stay that way. I'm here to help you build the necessary skills and boost your confidence in interviewing.

 

Hi! I’m Karen.

I’m a Career and Life Coach, and I have a wealth of experience in interview training.

Guiding clients to improve their interview skills and excel in their career pursuits is one of my passions.

I've successfully helped hundreds of individuals like you enhance their interview performance, grow their confidence, and land jobs. And I'm here to do the same for you.

 

What you'll gain from the Interview Prep Weekend:

Reduced Stress: Say goodbye to the anxiety of “I don’t know what to say!” You’ll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to know what to expect, and be ready with your stories allowing you to approach interviews with a calm and composed mindset. You’ll know how to move forward despite nervousness.

Specific Steps for Formulating Answers: You’ll learn effective techniques to craft compelling responses even when you're unsure where to begin. You won’t struggle to find the right words to express your thoughts. And you’ll get feedback on what you’re unsure of.

Confidence-Building Practice: You’ll get the valuable experience of sharing your answers out loud in a supportive small group. Release those first-time jitters as you practice with supportive humans, knowing every iteration of your answers will just build your interviewing muscles.

Resourceful Preparation: Access resources that will help you prepare not only for your next interview but also for every future interview too. The goal is to make your interview preparation journey more simple, enjoyable, and meaningful.

Is the Interview Prep Weekend for you?

 

Can you say “YES!” to any of these statements? If so, the Interview Prep Weekend is for you!

  • I know what job I want.

  • I’m applying and will soon be interviewing.

  • I’m an experienced professional - OR - I’m in my 30s and up.

  • I’m getting interviews but no offers.

  • I want to get clear on what I’m bringing to your next role and how to talk about that in an interview.

  • I’m ready to actively prepare and practice with a small supportive group.

 

On the other hand, if any of these statements are true for you, The Interview Weekend is not ideal for you (yet).

  • I’m not sure what job I actually want

  • I’m applying for multiple jobs without a clear direction

  • I’ve just finished school or I’m at the very beginning of my career

Gentle Reminder: There’s nothing wrong with you if the above is true. Not being sure, trying different things, or being new are totally normal, human things. But you likely won’t benefit from this course right now.

You may want to check out my 1:1 Coaching instead.

 

Effective interviewing is about linking your passion with your skills.

It's about confidently expressing who you are, sharing your past experiences, defining your future goals, and avoiding previous negative experiences. The Interview Prep Weekend offers a comprehensive set of resources and support to help you succeed in your next interview.

Ready to join? Complete the form below so you can master the art of interviews at the Interview Prep Weekend.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I do during the Interview Prep Weekend?

You’ll join live Interview Prep classes to gain valuable insights and strategies for understanding and answering interview questions. Each class is 3 hours and takes place on Zoom.

You’ll learn, practice and prepare. This is a workshop - so you’ll engage with the material in real-time. You’ll have time to learn, draft your answers and practice out loud with real humans in a supportive environment.


When is it happening? Saturday, August 26th & and Sunday August 27th, 2023.

Session times for both days:

  • 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Atlantic

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Eastern 

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Central

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am Pacific

How many people are in this class?

This is a small group experience with 10 seats available. This group size means you’ll have meaningful interactions, supportive feedback, and the ability to get your concerns addressed.

How much does it cost?

The Interview Weekend is $600.00 CAD. If you choose to add on 1-on-1 coaching (2 hours) it’s an additional $250.00 ($850.00 total).

What else is included?

We have a private Online Workspace, hosted on the UpCoach platform. You can review the class content, ask questions, and seek guidance. You’ll receive a workbook to support your reflection, preparation, and overall confidence for future interview opportunities.

As a bonus, you’ll get instant access to my webinar “Top 12 Interview Questions and How to Answer Them.” If you want to jump in before August 26th, you can watch this webinar right away to get your ideas flowing. You’ll be extra primed for our live classes.

A Sneak Peek at the Agenda

 

Saturday Schedule:

  • Welcome & guiding concepts for the Interview Prep Weekend

  • How we will learn and practice together

  • Remembering your past career aspirations

  • Making “Tell Me About Yourself” memorable

  • Using the job description for your interview

  • Answering “What motivated you to apply?”

  • Your stories matter

  • The purpose of behavioural questions; how to come up with stories

  • Using SOAR Structure

 

Sunday Schedule:

More practice with SOAR & behavioural questions

Why “Tell me about a conflict” is so tricky; what to do about it

Your strengths and how to support them

Your weaknesses and how to address them

Tricky questions: salary expectations and why you left a job

How to ask your interviewer truly valuable questions

Additional practice

Final Q & A

Wrap up & closing

 

Optional Add-On: 1-on-1 Interview Coaching with Karen

To go even deeper in applying what you’ve learned in the Interview Prep Weekend, I invite you to add on 1-on-1 Interview Coaching with me. These conversations are a private space where you can practice your prepped interview answers and address your specific concerns or challenges.

What can you expect from 1:1 interview coaching?

Personalized Feedback: I’ll provide tailored feedback on your answers, highlighting what’s working as well as what could be improved. We’ll refine your responses to make them more impactful.

Addressing Missing Elements: I have a very sensitive “So what?” meter. If your stories fall flat and don’t make an impression, I get curious and ask probing questions. We’ll fill in any gaps or clarify any points that may be unclear, ensuring your responses are well-rounded and comprehensive.

Safe Space for Imperfection: We work through your interview stories from exactly where you are, and I’ll guide you in developing compelling narratives that showcase your skills and experiences effectively.

Overcoming Blocks: Sometimes in interview preparation, we need to address deeper issues that may be holding you back during interviews. I’ll bring in life coaching tools where necessary to find a different perspective and help you overcome obstacles that are preventing you from showing up the way you want to.

My years of career coaching + former recruiter perspective + life coaching tools = overcoming any interview challenge.

Testimonial

“I was worried about messing up an opportunity I really wanted and I thought I could use help. I had been out of the workforce for 10 years and I needed to feel confident that I could handle it.

I knew you had experience with all sides of interviews. You could look at all angles, and give me an objective view of how to do my best. The other thing I knew about you - that you’re able to see people’s strengths and translate them back to themself.

It helped to practice story questions out loud, and to hear your responses because you’d laugh or groan. It was like hearing them for the first time. And you were able to tease out where stories would work in an interview. To hear your reflection of my strengths that shone through those stories - you saw something that I didn’t see.


I felt calm and centred on the day of the interview. I wasn’t stressed; I was feeling prepared. I had a list of stories to tell. Things weren’t always asked the way I expected, but I was able to look at my list and choose what I wanted to say. Feeling calm and ready was huge. I left the interview happy with how it went. ”

-Amy Z.

How to Join the Interview Prep Weekend

Step 1: Fill out the form below and complete the payment process to secure your spot.

Step 2: Join the live classes during the Interview Prep Weekend and benefit from the strategies and insights you’ll learn. Grow your confidence by creating, practicing, and sharing your answers because this all improves your ability to interview effectively.

Step 3: Schedule your 1-on-1 coaching appointments with Karen (if selected). Use these sessions to practice, receive personalized feedback, or seek guidance on any specific interview concerns you may have.

Step 4: Equipped with newfound confidence and authenticity, go out and interview with conviction, knowing that you are fully prepared to showcase your skills and experiences.

By joining Interview Prep Weekend, you'll embark on a transformative journey that will refine your interview skills intentionally and authentically, so you can achieve the interview success you desire.

 

Join The Interview Prep Weekend now.

Registration closes Friday, August 25th at 8pm Eastern / 5pm Pacific.