In this episode of the Dream Job Equation, Ben Passman emphasizes the importance of making an authentic personal connection with interviewers to ace job interviews and stand out as a top candidate. Through an anecdote about his friend Donna landing her dream marketing job by bonding with the interviewer over a shared passion for animal rescue, Passman advises doing research to find common ground and establish rapport beyond just prepping qualifications for the role. By asking thoughtful questions and leading with sincere shared interests, Donna forged an excited connection with her interviewer and showed she would fit right into the company culture. Passman stresses focusing on understanding the employer's priorities before asserting your own fit.
