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Interview tips that will get you hired
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- Uncensored Renegades
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- May 8, 2026
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- 1713
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Summary
Today Jon and Kory break down what actually makes someone memorable in an interview, beyond rehearsed answers and polished CVs. From body language and energy to asking better questions and avoiding corporate waffle, they share practical advice on how to stand out without sounding scripted. They also discuss how they personally hire, whether interviews are overrated, and why the best candidates treat interviews like conversations, not performances. Whether you’re hiring, interviewing, or just trying to communicate better, this episode is packed with useful insights. Timestamps 00:00 - Start 02:10 - Kory’s advice for interviews 05:07 - The importance of non-verbal behaviour in interviews 07:31 - Why you need to ask questions at the end of an interview 09:58 - How Kory and Jon like to hire 12:22 - Do we put too much pressure on the interview? 13:52 - How to show energy in an interview 18:34 - Do prepare, don’t rehearse 20:19 - Do strategically distill, and don’t ramble on 21:36 - Do have a framework, don’t have unstructured thinking 22:44 - Do have a conversation, don’t deliver canned responses 23:42 - How personal should you get in an interview? 25:09 - Why Kory wants to do a TED Talk 26:13 - Should you follow up after an interview?