“Interviews, Mindset and Missed Opportunities: What Panels Really Look For”

You’ve done the acting stints. You’ve put in the extra hours. You’ve sat through interview after interview… and still missed out.
In this episode of Better Every Shift, Naomi shares the story of applying twice for the same leadership role — and only getting it the second time. Together, Naomi and Tubi pull back the curtain on how interviews really work in health services, and what both panels and candidates often get wrong.

We explore how to prepare beyond “Googling common questions”, how to stop assuming “they already know me”, and how to find the people who can help you translate feedback into real career movement.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why a “failed” interview can set you up for the next one
• The difference between knowing the job exists and understanding what the service is trying to fix
• Practical ways to prepare: conversations, mock interviews, and mindset rituals
• The trap of assuming your panel knows your history, budget responsibilities or leadership experience
• Why traditional interviews are biased and imperfect — and how good panels try to do it better
• What to focus on if you’ve had serial acting roles or repeated knock-backs
• The skills that are easy to teach vs the relational skills panels are really hunting for

This week’s action:
Pick one role you’re curious about and book a 20–30 minute conversation with your manager, a mentor or someone currently in the job. Ask them:

• “What does great look like in this role?”
• “What gaps do you see for me over the next 6–12 months?”

One honest conversation. One step closer.

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