Understanding Problem-Solving in Interviews

The video tutorial discusses effective interview strategies for identifying genuine problem solvers. It suggests asking candidates about problems they have worked on and how they solved them. True problem solvers can provide detailed answers and recall their experiences vividly, while those who haven't genuinely solved the problems will struggle to provide depth in their responses.

What is a key question to ask during an interview to assess a candidate's problem-solving skills?

• Tell me about the problems you have worked on and how you solved them.

• What is your favorite color?

• Do you prefer working alone or in a team?

• What is your expected salary?

How can you tell if someone genuinely solved a problem?

• They can provide detailed answers and specifics.

• They avoid discussing the problem.

• They change the topic frequently.

• They ask for more time to think.

What might indicate that a candidate did not actually solve a problem?

• They express enthusiasm about the problem.

• They provide a clear and concise solution.

• They get stuck when asked for details.

• They remember every detail vividly.

Why is it important for a candidate to remember the problems they struggled with?

• It indicates their genuine involvement in solving the problem.

• It suggests they are good at storytelling.

• It means they have a high IQ.

• It shows they have a good memory.

What does the speaker suggest about people who have truly struggled with a problem?

• They tend to forget the problem quickly.

• They never forget the problem.

• They avoid discussing the problem.

• They often exaggerate the problem.