Recruiter Insights & Interview Advice with Mhamed

In this interview clip, Mhamed, a L'Oréal recruiter, shares insights on key recruitment themes while moving through the campus. He discusses how candidates can showcase their ability to act on constructive feedback, maintain perspective during stressful situations, and emphasize the importance of authenticity in creating memorable conversations.

[Upbeat background music]

[Visual: Mhamed steps out of an elevator holding a laptop]

Interviewer (Off-camera): Hey Mhamed!

Mhamed (L'Oréal Recruiter): Hi!

Interviewer: As recruiter, what is the interview question that will tell you the most insights about a candidate?

[Visual / On-screen text: TELL ME ABOUT THE LAST CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK THAT YOU RECEIVED AND HOW YOU CAPITALIZED ON IT.]

Mhamed: "Tell me about the last constructive feedback that you received and how you capitalized on it." Giving feedback, receiving feedback—this is a good way to improve and to collectively become better.

[Visual: Mhamed sits down in a lounge area]

Interviewer: If you were in the shoes of the candidate, which question would make you sweat more?

[Visual / On-screen text: HOW DO YOU ENSURE YOU DON'T MISS THE BIG PICTURE IN STRESSFUL TIMES?]

Mhamed: "How do you ensure you don't miss the big picture in stressful times?" It's important to prioritize impactful work and to ask help when necessary. You're not alone.
Oh, I'm going to be late for my interview. You want to walk with me?

[Visual: Mhamed stands up and walks through the corridor]

Interviewer: What makes an interview unique or memorable?

Mhamed: An interview is a simple conversation. It's to get to know the candidate as a person, to see their uniqueness, their passion, to see their authentic self in the end.

Interviewer: Thank you so much Mhamed, have a great day!

Mhamed: Thank you, have a great day!