🤖 4 Smart Ways to Use AI to Prep for Your Next Job Interview

Most people spend hours scrolling through company websites before an interview but only a few minutes actually practising how they’ll answer questions.

AI can change that.

Instead of losing time to research overload, you can use tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude to focus on what really counts: clear, confident answers and smart questions that help you stand out.

Here are four ways AI can help you prepare faster and maybe even better.

1️⃣ Spot the Key Skills and Qualifications

Before you start memorising company facts, let AI show you what matters most.

Copy the job description and ask:

“Act as a hiring manager in the [industry] sector. Identify the five most important qualifications and the five key skills for this role: [paste job posting].”

This gives you a focused list of what the employer truly values and what to highlight in your responses.

2️⃣ Predict the Interview Questions

You don’t need to guess what you’ll be asked anymore.

Use AI to anticipate the questions likely to come up:

“Pretend you’re the recruiter hiring for this position. What interview questions would you ask to assess experience, culture fit, and technical skills for this role? [paste job posting].”

This helps you prep targeted answers and eliminate the element of surprise.

3️⃣ Align Your Strengths with the Role

Now it’s time to connect the dots between your CV and the job.

Upload or paste your resume and ask:

“As an experienced career coach, review this resume and highlight where it aligns and where it doesn’t with the job requirements below. [paste resume and job posting].”

This gives you instant insight into how to tailor your examples and address any skill gaps upfront.

4️⃣ Create Thoughtful Questions to Ask the Interviewer

The best interviews are two-way conversations.

AI can help you sound prepared and curious by generating smart, relevant questions to ask at the end:

“You’re an experienced job seeker interviewing for [job title]. Based on this job posting, what 10 meaningful questions could I ask the hiring manager to learn more about the company and culture? [paste job posting].”

These questions show genuine interest and help you decide if the company is the right fit for you.

💡 Final Thoughts

AI isn’t here to do the interview for you it’s here to help you prepare smarter.

By using tools strategically, you can walk into your next conversation informed, confident, and ready to show why you’re the best choice for the role.

Stay frosty 🥶 

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Freelancer Check-In: AI, Availability & Market Signals

Just had a thoughtful exchange with one of the brilliant freelancers in my network, and it echoed something I’ve been hearing a lot lately: The UK job market is a real mixed bag and a cooled freelance marketplace.

And honestly? I’m seeing the same.

The market has been the toughest I’ve seen, sluggish, delayed sign-offs, and tighter budgets across the board. But interestingly, some talent have stayed busy throughout. So what’s behind that?

I started digging into a few questions:

• Are clients starting to ask for AI expertise in briefs more often?

• What AI-related skills or tools should creative freelancers be adding to their CVs?

• Are there any AI courses or certifications brands actually care about?

I’d love to know:
👉 Have you seen a rise in AI-focused briefs?
👉 Are you upskilling in AI tools like Midjourney, ChatGPT, or Runway?
👉 Do clients care about AI fluency, or are they still trying to figure it out?

In the meantime, a lot of us are pushing through the slower seasons, but I’m optimistic things will pick up again come 2026. If you're a freelancer, permalancer or contractor, now’s a good time to:

✅ Update your CV/portfolio
✅ Refresh your skills
✅ Check in with your network
✅ Consider an AI lens on your offering

Drop me a message if you’re available, or if you just fancy a market catch-up.

Stay strong out there!