HEADED TO QUANTICO

Carole,

I just wanted to say “thank you” again, it’s hard to believe it was a year ago already that we were working together, but I wanted to let you know I head to Quantico!

I really felt so prepared and organized! and when I “froze” at the beginning, I knew exactly what to do and what to say- I immediately went to what we practiced and prepared for and was able to morph stories to make them fit where needed.  I left feeling very confident! 

Thank you for preparing me for that Phase II interview with your time, patience, wisdom and encouragement.  You are blessing, thanks again for helping me on this journey. 

I could not recommend you more.  

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 8-22-20

SELF-PREPARATION PURCHASE

Thank you so much for the study material.

I passed my FBI Phase 2!

PREPARING FOR FBI (PHASE II/FED LAW)?

FINANCES AN ISSUE?  

I realize budgets can make a difference regarding what you can afford – or want to invest.

Here are some possible options for you.

BOOK RECOMMENDATION

A book recommendation – quiz book/quick read (learn how to write a good “behavioral story.”) 

(This book link is included in Premier Package)

You can purchase on Amazon.

Boost Your Interview IQ – Second Edition (white cover – published – 2012) – for a quick brush up on Behavioral Interviewing as well as other questions. It’s a quiz and you determine which is the strongest answer.

FROM SOMEONE WHO DID NOT PASS THE FBI EXAM THE FIRST TIME

“Boost Your Interview IQ” by Carole Martin provides you with the essential skills and techniques you need to apply in any real life interviewing scenario. If you are truly interested in exploring the fundamentals and learning the essentials of job interviewing, then this book will be an important guide.

Before I read Carole Martin’s book, I must admit that I was lost when it came to interviews. As a young lawyer with three years of experience in my field, I truly thought that I knew everything it took to effectively express myself and market my skills to a potential employer. I had conducted countless client interviews myself, and so I thought I had most question and answer techniques down to a science. But when I flunked my first major interview for a dream job with a prestigious employer, I realized that I needed help from an expert. In hindsight, I wish I had sought out this information earlier.  Perhaps because I was too accustomed to being sought out by others as an expert in my own field of law that I did not realize I needed an expert’s advice on basic interview techniques. 

I am thankful that I contacted Carole Martin and found her book “Boost Your Interview IQ.”  I feel that I have begun the journey towards interview success. In my opinion, learning real life interview techniques should not be about “gimmicks” or “tricks”.  Instead, Carole Martin provides a wide-range of examples that point you in the right direction.  You will learn through a question and answer technique designed by Carole that will give you a thorough understanding of the basics.  Reading this book is the beginning of a journey that will equip you with the essentials of interviewing.  So if you are curious about how to interview, then I recommend you read this book first.  The rest is up to you!”

OR, YOU CAN DO THE SELF-PREPARATION PACKAGE  –

From a Client — 5/11/19

Carole, 

I wanted to let you know that I passed phase two.

 I am grateful for your program – I could not have done it without your help.

I did just as we talked about and was myself. I made sure they could see how bad I wanted the job and I think that goes a long way. Thanks again, 

(ONE STORY CRITIQUE AND A CHAT WITH ME INCLUDED)

FBI – PHASE II

“Self-Preparation Package”

https://fbiinterviewcoach.com/fbi-package-3.php

I will critique a story for you with this package – important to know if you’re writing the stories in an acceptable manner.

If, you decide to add on the coaching (we take into account what you have already purchased – and I never charge for the same thing twice.)

FED-LAW ENFORCEMENT INTERVIEW PREP

“Self-Preparation Package” and start the prep now.

https://fbiinterviewcoach.com/federal-package-3.php

$199

I will critique a story for you with this package – important to know if you’re writing the stories in an acceptable manner.

If, you decide to add on the coaching (we take into account what you have already purchased – and I never charge for the same thing twice.)

***** 

PURCHASED – SELF-PREP

Received 5/18/19

So very happy. Thank you for your guidance. Preparation of stories is the key. Luckily I had a whole bank of them to pull from.

Can’t stress enough how important it was to be yourself and be personable with the agents as well.

(INCLUDED ONE STORY CRITIQUE AND A BRIEF CHAT)

FROM A SECOND-TIMER – didn’t pass the first time.

“I read your entire guide and book and I wish I knew all that information before I went to my first interview with them. I would have nailed it back then. It opened my eyes to a ton of mistakes I made back then.”

“I HAVE NEVER WORKED IN FEDERAL LAW – OF ANY KIND.” Carole Martin, The Interview Coach

I WORK WITH PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE – IN ALL FIELDS www.interviewcoach.com

I ALSO COACH CANDIDATES WHO ARE APPLYING FOR FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT JOBS

https://fbiinterviewcoach.com

 (ALL AGENCIES – 1811 jobs)

A thanks to all my clients I’ve worked with – you make me proud.

I am honored to work with the young men and women who are seeking to make a difference in the lives of others.

Their goal is to uphold the Constitution and to keep the nation safe from destruction.

I share with you their words as to how our work together has taken them a step closer to their dream to be an FBI – or other Federal Agency agent.

8.04.20

I just wanted to let you know that I received the official word today that I passed Phase 2!! 

I can’t thank you enough for your words of encouragement, advice, and preparation assistance. 

 I know for a fact that it was your structured approach to answering behavioral interview questions that prepared me the most and kept me organized throughout the process. 

There were so many other tips you provided along the way that I really benefited from as well (don’t be rigid/tell stories as if speaking with colleagues, be myself/show personality in my answers, don’t be afraid to use “I” and be specific to MY accomplishments/actions, how to morph stories, etc.).  

I am so very glad someone recommended your service, and I would definitely recommend you to other candidates. 

It was money well spent!  Thank you again!!  

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SECRET SERVICE

Hi Carole,

I wanted to let you know the interview went very good and I got a passing score today.

I’d recommend using the same material that I used. Thanks again!

 Thanks for all the help!

“Received my results back from my phase 2 interview and I passed!!”

GOOD NEWS   \o/

Hi Carole,

I just received my results back from my phase 2 interview and I passed!! I wanted to thank you for your tough guidance through my preparation. I really gave them an impression of who “I really was.”

 The biggest thing I did was listen and be myself.

Question, factor, story is all I kept saying in my head.

I had them laughing in the beginning with my sense of humor so that helped me relax and just use my experience to guide me through.

Lastly, I used most of my stories but had to morph a couple of times. You were right I actually had stories come to me that I didn’t prepare, which was fine.

Thank you so much, I really appreciate everything!

NOT SO GOOD NEWS

FROM A CLIENT

So, I got an email today stating that due to implementations to the special agent selection system,

Phase 2 results may be delayed up to 90 days.

Have you heard of this before?

My reply —“NO.”

We all know “nothing” is normal – so expect delays in every direction of this process.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING YOURSELF…..from clients who passed Phase II.

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7.23.20

Hi Carole,

I just received my results back from my phase 2 interview and I passed!! I wanted to thank you for your tough guidance through my preparation. My 5 points came in handy and my “Why the FBI” Really gave them an impression of who I really was. The biggest thing I did was listen and be myself.

Question, factor, story is all I kept saying in my head. I had them laughing in the beginning with my sense of humor so that helped me relax and just use my experience to guide me through.

Lastly, I used most of my stories but had to morph a couple of times. You were right, I actually had stories come to me that I didn’t prepare, which was fine. Thank you so much, I really appreciate everything!

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6.25.20

At the end of it, I could tell they liked me. I was 100% myself, I did not try to tell the stories perfectly, I tried to tell them like I would tell them to my coworkers. I fumbled, I was awkward, but I was me. 

And that was good enough for them.

Thank you Carole for all of your encouragement, for telling me to not be a perfectionist in the interview, to not overthink.

That was the best advice, and I truly needed to hear that constructive criticism.

 I truly felt prepared, relaxed, and ready to let these Agents get to know “me.”