Tell Us About a Time You Failed (and Why That Question Matters In Redundancy)
Now What? - Life after redundancyShow Notes
'Tell us about a time you failed.' It’s one of the most uncomfortable interview questions — and it hits even harder when you’re already navigating redundancy, uncertainty and too much thinking time. In this episode, recorded in the strange Christmas in-between days, I talk about preparing for interviews while juggling festive chaos, worst-case scenarios, and the quiet pressure to have everything figured out. We unpack what interviewers are actually listening for when they ask about failure, why this question matters more during redundancy, and how to talk about mistakes without freezing, deflecting, or spiralling. Along the way, Bradley joins me to break down the GROW coaching framework, a simple way to bring structure to reflection, rebuild confidence, and turn experience into something you can clearly articulate. We also touch on the silent struggles people carry, especially at this time of year, and why checking in on those who seem 'fine' matters more than we realise. Practical, reflective and quietly reassuring, this one’s for anyone asking themselves “now what?” after a career shake-up. If you’d like to support the show and help keep it going, you can find us over on Patreon. It’s where I share a bit more of the thinking behind the episodes, some extra content and generally keep the lights on.
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