# What to Do If You Get an Interview Question You Cannot Answer

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Podcast: [Ace Your NHS Consultant Interview](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ace-your-nhs-consultant-interview-7453038)
Published: 2026-04-27T06:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Join me for my free live training: https://info.medicalinterviewprep.com/webinar-p What should you do if an interview panel asks a question you genuinely do not know how to answer? In this episode, we break down how to stay calm, recover quickly, and still give a credible response even when you feel completely caught off guard. We also explore one of the toughest consultant interview scenarios, what to do if a junior tells you a consultant is bullying them, and how to approach that kind of question with balance, senior level judgment, and professionalism. We also discuss a common weakness example about getting overexcited and taking on too much, including why it works better than cliché answers and how to present it well in an interview. On top of that, we cover one of the biggest prep mistakes candidates make: practising answers by stopping and restarting until they sound perfect, instead of training themselves to think under pressure and respond in real time. If you want to sound more composed, more strategic, and more interview ready, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use straight away. Sign up for our free 5-day email course to give you ​a Crash Course To Ace Your Consultant Interview​: https://aceyourconsultantinterview.com/?utm_source=YTPod&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=1

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