How to answer interview questions when you don't know the answer

Have you even been on an interview when you didn't know how to answer their question? I think we all have and that one of the biggest reasons for how we get better at interviewing for jobs. But not knowing how to answer an interview question is not only embarrassing, it can cost you the job. So in this video I'm going to show you how to handle those tricky situations when you don't know the answer.

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In this video, I will teach you how to answer questions when you don't know what to say.

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[Lisasharp]

Hey Don! I got the job and got a better position than what I’d applied you for so much!!!!❤️

[TeTo]

I recently had a job interview.. they bombarded me with really in-depth weird questions!
Bouncing back the question so that they rephrase it really helped me out many times.

[Pixietoria]

I'm in the middle of applying for an internal job over Zoom. Was absolutely TERRIFIED for the first interview this week. I am notoriously bad at job interviews and haven't done an interview in over 5 years. Your videos have been invaluable and I can't thank you enough. I got completely stuck on a question, asked to come back to it... when I did I still wasn't satisfied with my answer (I settled on saying what I would do rather than what I have done)... when it got to the end and I had asked my question for them, and I felt more relaxed I suddenly realised I had a perfect answer, asked to circle back and answer the question I'd got stuck on again - and they let me. I have now passed the first round and have a second and final interview next week. :)

THANK YOU, DON!

[nikkidodd]

Thank you so much for your interview advice. I tried for years and applied many times to get a core staff position at a hospital I worked through a M nursing agency. I was turned down many times and was very discouraged. Your videos came up on my phone and I began watching them with great interest. Then your video about how to answer "tell me about yourself" came up. I listened and I started putting all your advice together and I applied to said hospital. I got called in for an interview and as the nurse manager and I walked in to her office she said tell me about yourself. Well, it just flowed out of me like the most natural thing in the world. I told her about how I first got an interest in nursing when I was in first grade and i was the practice dummy for older girls practicing their first aide skills. The biggest smile came across the manager's face. The interview goes on, then she asks if i have questions for her. I remembered what you said in that video so I asked her questions about scheduling shifts shifts so I could go to school and she said that could be worked out. Then I asked about getting financial assistance from the hospital for nursing school and she said there is help and a contract would be required saying I would work for the hospital for x amount of time and I replied that's okay because I would have a job after graduation. It just flowed naturally. Within minutes after arriving home from the interview, I got a call from HR saying I was offered the position! Finally, i got the job I have been trying to get for so long! I know this is a bit long, but I wanted to share with you how helpful your suggestions were in getting me the job I have wanted for so long. I asked the questions that were important to me! Thank you so much for your wonderful videos!!

[diamond]

I just want to say a special thank you. You really help me be more confident in interviews. Because of your great advice I was offered 3 different jobs. I accepted two of the three. I took one full time position and 1 casual with the hospital. Thanks again. You are truly helping so many people. Keep up the good work!

[mel]

Your advice is so spot on Don!

I was in a panel interview a few months ago where I was asked my skill and expertise in certain areas, I flat out told them that it was definitely an area I wasn't as interested or strong in compared to others and my skills and strengths was in x instead of y. I told them that I could do y but I think others could do it better but I was extremely proficient in x.

I was offered the job that week and still with the company that I absolutely adore.

I'm sad to see that more people aren't watching your videos, especially now with things the way they are.

[sharonleibel]

As a boss, I always give a lot of credit for those who at least try. There's nothing that blows my mind more than someone who gives up at first try.

[squeezy]

As a contract software engineer I've called out my shortfall in the skills being sought several times - and every time was offered the job. This strategy puts the candidate into a strong position, and also shows the employer that the candidate is mature enough to be able to recognise their strengths and weaknesses. I was also never afraid to say - I may no know something, but I know how to learn about it - in every role I've ever had, I've come away having acquired new skills, or perfected my skills.

[johnlenon]

I had a behavioral interview last Wednesday; I struggled to give coherent answers, as a couple of questions required me to describe situations I hadn't really experienced in the past. I did provide answers but they weren't very well structured. I tried to relate to some of my experiences whilst making something up, in order to score marks. Unfortunately, I failed.

[T-cf]

Hey don. Had an interview today, it was a second interview where I met the training manager, director of training, and a training specialist. I was so nervous as this is my dream job and I’ve been in the hunt for 9 months with many rejections. I took your advice and worked super hard for a week straight. Although I don’t know if I got the job yet, I can confidently say I preformed very well. I had a amazing answer or example to every question they asked. Thank you so much for helping me change my approach and state of mind. I have a good feeling about it but regardless I am so proud of myself today. Cheers brother!

[TheJds]

You seem very kind and down to earth. You give good advice

[johnchase]

I am learning so much! I appreciate your support!

[eeaotly]

Some online interviews ask questions like: "How would you describe a stressful day at work?" Exactly, how? I mean, if you are applying for something that you never did before and have no experience with, then how would you even imagine such a day? You can only give such examples only related to your past jobs, which are in totally different domains. And many times, you'd need to say an entire story in order to make them understand the real dimensions of the situation. If I apply for a job in a pizzeria then how would my stressful days I had when working as beekeeper, florist, caregiver or web admin would interest you or be of any help for you, when you, most probably, have no experience in those and therefore, you can't really relate?

[Patiencelad]

Don, you're great! I really appreciate your content. God bless you!

[drunkdonutboy]

I got put on the spot twice and on both times I made decisive immediate answers...had no idea what they were looking for or how to answer it but I knew they were trying to see how I handle pressure and if I could think on my feet. It was close to what ended up being one of the right answers after I googled it later...but I refused to say I dont know even if I didnt

[maddysydney]

I would say “Can you please give some context when this situation may arise” or “Can you give me an example...”. Even after they clarify if you really can’t think of anything to give a positive response say “sorry I don’t know the answer that may be something I should look up that”

[EugeneAxe]

I hate hypothetical situation interviews. "What would you do if..." questions are aimless. Ask me a question about something that actually happened. No fictional role playing drivel, please.

[Dhruvbala]

Good tips. I got an interview in an hour and I'm a little nervous. I'll keep this in mind

[TimWood-vnpm]

I've been interviewing a lot this last year or something like that and started thinking something was wrong with me and found out I told myself, just be myself and let's see what happens

[juliekeeney]

This happened to me. Asked about something that after 20 yrs in this job, I had never heard of it. That was probably ten years ago. And I was grasping at things I thought they could maybe might be talking about. Now I’m going after the same job and if it were to happen again, I’d probably just tell them after 30 yrs, I have to be honest and say I have no idea what you’re talking about. Could you please enlighten me and not leave me in suspense!