SummaryIn this inaugural Bite Size episode of the Quality Talks podcast, host Stu Day and guest Eamon Droko discuss the nuances of job interviews, focusing on what constitutes good and bad experiences, from a candidates perspectiveEamon shares his insights from his journey in quality assurance, emphasising the importance of job fit, the challenges of poorly placed technical tasks in interviews, and the value of openness and honesty during the interview process. They also explore effective preparation strategies and the need for interviewers to respect candidates' time and experiences. Giving them the time and space to showcase their true selves.TakeawaysA good interview leaves you feeling positive, regardless of the outcome.Bad interviews often lack a platform for candidates to showcase their skills.Automation should not overshadow other essential QA skills in interviews.Candidates' time should be respected during the interview process.The best interviews prioritize people fit before technical assessments.Openness and honesty can enhance the interview experience.Interviewers should understand the QA role to assess candidates effectively.Preparation is key; research the company and its products thoroughly.Using AI can aid in interview preparation and understanding job challenges.Interviews should feel like a conversation, not an interrogation.Chapters00:00 Introduction to BiteSize Series01:21 Eamon's Background and Experience02:26 Good vs. Bad Interviews05:12 The Role of Automation in Interviews07:12 The Importance of Job Fit10:08 Technical Tasks and Candidate Time12:10 Explaining Your Thought Process14:41 What Good Interviews Look Like18:49 The Value of Openness in Interviews19:33 Challenges with Interviewers' Understanding of QA22:39 Preparing for Interviews29:52 Final Tips for Interview Success31:35 End

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