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The Words That Win Interviews: How to Speak Like the Leader They're Looking For
You've done the prep. You know your achievements. You've researched the company. You walk into the interview room (or log into the Zoom) ready to impress. And then it happens. "So, tell me about yourself." You hear yourself say: "Well, I'm sort of passionate about... " "I think I could be a good fit because..." "I've been trying to develop my skills in..." And just like that, you've undercut yourself before you've even started. The Power of Words The words

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Jan 198 min read


Why High-Caliber Candidates Reject Your Job Offer (Before You Even Make It)
You spent six weeks finding the perfect candidate. She nailed every interview. The team loved her. The offer package was ready. Then came the email: “I’ve decided to pursue another opportunity.” It’s easy to blame compensation, timing, or “the market.” But most of the time, candidates aren’t rejecting your offer. They’re rejecting your process. When the Process Sends the Wrong Signal I had coffee recently with Marcus, a VP of Engineering who’d lost three senior hires in a

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Oct 27, 20255 min read


How to Show Executive Presence in Leadership Interviews (Without Faking It)
Leadership interviews aren’t just about ticking boxes. They’re about signaling who you are and what you are capable of delivering. Are...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Jul 7, 20257 min read


Performance vs. Authenticity: Can They Co-Exist?
One of my long-time coachees, let's call him Mike, recently faced a common leadership dilemma: Can you be humble and honest while also...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Jul 29, 20244 min read
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