MTI - Master the Interview

08/29/2026

I have some news I'm excited (and a little nervous) to share: I just launched a YouTube channel — Master the Interview.

I'm Eileen — 57, a working Talent Acquisition Manager and Career Coach, and someone who built a 26-year career without a college degree. I've been laid off three times, fired once, and once resigned without giving notice. I've sat on both sides of the interview table more times than I can count, and I'm done pretending any of that was smooth.

This channel is real interview and workplace stories — mine to start, and eventually yours too — paired with the coaching I wish someone had given me while I was living through them. No sarcasm, no polish, just what actually happened and what you can do with it.

Here's the honest part: this page is brand new. A handful of videos up so far, still figuring things out, definitely not a professional production. If that doesn't scare you off, I'd love for you to follow along and be part of it from the very beginning.

57. No degree. Real interview stories, real coaching. I'm Eileen — 57, a working Talent Acquisition Manager and Career Coach, and someone who built a 26-year career in Customer Care, Supply Chain, and Talent Acquisition without a college degree. I know what it's like to sit on both sides of the in...

08/29/2026

In this video, I share a personal story about a bad interview I endured many years ago. I wasn't ready for the question asked; I wasn't ready to recover from it. If that were the case today, I'd be able to handle it professionally, but that doesn't change how I felt then or afterward.

Let me know your thoughts.

08/28/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING 🚨

🔥DAVE’S HOT CHICKEN IS COMING TO REHOBOTH, DE! 🔥
The heat is officially coming to town! 🌶️🍗

Dave’s Hot Chicken is opening its newest location in Rehoboth, Delaware, and we’re building an awesome team for our Grand Opening on September 25, 2026!

We’re looking for energetic, motivated people ready to bring the flavor, have fun, and grow with us!
🔥 NOW HIRING FOR:
✅Team Members
✅Shift Leaders

Whether you’re looking for your first job, your next opportunity, or a chance to step into leadership, we want to meet YOU!
🌶️ Be part of the excitement.
🍗 Be part of the team.
🔥 Be part of Dave’s Hot Chicken Rehoboth!

Ready to turn up the heat? APPLY TODAY!
👉 Apply on Indeed
👉 Apply on ZipRecruiter
👉 Apply through the Dave’s Hot Chicken company website
📅 Grand Opening: September 25, 2026
📍 Rehoboth, Delaware

Don’t wait — positions are filling up fast! Come join the hottest team in town! 🔥🍗

Contact Kenny Toro for details.

08/27/2026

AI Isn’t Coming — It’s Already Here

AI is here to stay. Yes, I said it — and you already know it. Being afraid of change isn’t a valid reason to avoid learning something new. Reluctance to evolve is the fastest way to put a target on your back.

Let’s be honest: companies must evolve. They have to grow, innovate, and become more efficient to stay competitive. And competitive businesses create jobs. So embracing change isn’t just smart — it’s survival.

Yes, change can trigger fear. But the bigger fear should be staying behind and becoming stagnant. So pick your lane.

AI is a powerful force — still being shaped, still being improved — but it’s already woven into the workplace. Employers are figuring it out in real time. That means you need to get with the program.

Sign up for trainings. Explore free resources. Learn the basics. Experiment.
The faster you get on board and show your ability to be nimble, the faster you attract new and better opportunities for your career.

If you want to go deeper, here are a few topics worth exploring next:

-AI readiness
-Upskilling strategy
-Career agility

08/27/2026

Interview Questions Are Not Optional — They’re Your Advantage
Being prepared to ask questions during your interview isn’t a “nice to have.” It’s a must — and it benefits you as a job seeker. This is your chance to make the interviewer think, to share insights, and to let them sell you on the idea of working there.

From the moment you apply, start thinking about what you want to know about the company and the role. That means doing your research — learning enough about the organization to understand who they are, what they value, and the impact they make in their community or around the world. You don’t need to know everything, just enough to ask smart, meaningful questions.

And let’s talk about the wrong questions.
Asking, “How much PTO do you have and how soon can I take time off?” — LOL, I get why you’d want to know, but that’s not a first‑interview question. That falls under understanding the total rewards package, and there’s a better way to phrase it.

If you feel you must ask during the first interview, make it your final question and frame it professionally:
“Can you share information about your benefits package and total rewards?” This sounds educational, not eager to clock out.

Here are a few strong questions to get you started — and as you research the company, you’ll come up with your own:

Company culture — “Can you tell me about the company culture and what it takes to be successful here?”

Onboarding expectations — “What does the first 30‑60‑90 day ramp‑up look like, and how do you measure a successful onboarding experience?”

Employee experience — “How long have you been with the company, and would you recommend it as an employer to your family and friends?”

Asking thoughtful questions shows preparation, confidence, and genuine interest — and it positions you as someone who evaluates opportunities, not just accepts them.



https://www.mastertheinterview-mti.com/contact-10

08/27/2026

I’ve said it before: “I don’t care, I just work here.”
But the truth is, I did care — I was just burnt out.

That phrase might feel harmless in the moment, but it sends a message that can work against us. Employers expect us to care. Leaders rely on us to care. And if we find ourselves saying we don’t, it may be a sign that something deeper needs attention.

As a Talent Acquisition Manager and Career Coach, I can tell you this phrase is almost always emotional. It’s a defense mechanism. We disconnect from what feels imperfect or overwhelming.

There’s a healthier, more powerful approach:
Identify the issue. Voice the issue. Recommend a solution.

One of my former managers told me, “Don’t bring me a problem without a solution.” Not every idea will be perfect, but even imperfect ideas can be strengthened by a team.

Care enough to help fix what’s broken. That’s how careers grow — and that’s how workplaces improve.

https://www.mastertheinterview-mti.com/contact-10

07/26/2026

Understand what’s coming and learn how to benefit from it.

Will AI take our jobs? Could we live forever? Will we live on Mars?...

07/20/2026

Thousands of Google employees just signed a petition demanding better protections against layoffs — guaranteed severance, buyouts before mandatory cuts, and an end to performance ratings they say are driven by quotas instead of merit.

Let me be clear: their concerns are valid. When people are losing jobs at scale, uncertainty isn't a mindset problem — it's a real, material threat to their livelihoods. That deserves to be taken seriously, not brushed aside with "adapt or get left behind."

And yet — we've known for a while that AI is here to stay. Many of us have felt the fear of what that means. We've watched the layoffs, and we've wondered how we compete with a technology that never gets tired, never takes PTO, and never asks for a raise.

I've had those questions too. But I've also chosen to embrace AI in how I work. Like with any change, we can push back against it, or we can get intentional about how we adapt. Change is happening whether we like it or not — what's actually in our control is how we respond to it.

To be clear, I'm not writing this to tell you to "just deal with it." I'm inviting you to look for the ways AI can make you more effective at what you already do well.

It's true — AI can reduce the number of people needed to do a job. But for the people who step up and learn to work alongside it, there's real opportunity in what humans and AI can build together.

The Google story is a signal, not a verdict. Job security isn't just about whether AI takes your role — it's about whether you're building skills that make you harder to replace, with or without a petition to back you up.

A petition to CEO Sundar Pichai has received over 4,500 signatures, calling for provisions including guaranteed severance and a rethink of performance ratings...

07/18/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1F4ctXt3Gg/?mibextid=wwXIfr

This interview could change everything.

One conversation has the power to rewrite your future.

Walk in believing you belong there.