Overview

• Valade begins with “What makes you most effective at your work?” followed by “What would make you more effective?” to assess self-awareness and surface potential weaknesses.
• She advises applicants to prepare only one or two thoughtful questions at the end of an interview to demonstrate genuine interest and judgment.
• Recent analysis underscores that interview success hinges on the candidate’s intent and judgment rather than the specific questions they pose.
• Her streamlined framework reflects a broader corporate shift toward efficient, reflection-driven hiring practices.
• Valade’s approach departs from peers by emphasizing humility and candidate readiness over unconventional or traditional screening methods.