Why follow-up questions are the real interview (and how to train for them)
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First answers are often polished; follow-ups expose whether details cohere. Interviewers listen for consistency across time, ownership, and metrics.
Static question banks rarely simulate the second and third question. [Talvior](/) is built around adaptive follow-ups so you do not memorize a monologue.
If you feel “stuck” on follow-ups, lower difficulty for one session and focus on answering in shorter chunks.
Compare sessions over time in the dashboard: fewer contradictions means you are converging on truthy, specific stories.
Topics: follow-up questions, behavioral interview, interview session, prep
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