Keep getting rejected
 

I'm currently flying for a 121 regional, but my interviews thus far have resulted in a "No thanks" email. The technical exams and sim rides aren't the issue, it's the HR "Tell me about a difficult captain" I don't know how to answer these questions. I've done the sit down to get my answers down on paper prior, but what I think is a great answer, doesn't turn out to be so great. I'm frustrated and really don't want to continue interviewing, especially if I see that I'm wasting the little cash I have to pay for hotel rooms.

Look into emerald coast interview consulting. They will be able to groom your answers and say it with confidence. I have not personally used them but will when I get a call.

Emerald Coast is THE premiere interview coaching firm. IMHO, using their services is a requirement. I'm a new hire at a major airline and am 2 for 2 on interviews with them. I think they have over a 90% success rate, and you can't argue with success. Hang in there, work smarter not harder, and keep
pressing!

Same, two for two on interview success with ECI and aerocrew.

Julie Clark, Judy Tarver, Emerald Coast, etc are all good. Some focus on specific airlines (ask them) but all know what the airlines look for in your answers. Drop the 300 bucks if you really want the job. Money well spent.

The answer to your specific question lies in your personal history. Think of an issue you have had and tell how you overcame the issue. The focus of your answer should be on clear communication from you and placing safety of flight first regardless of how much you did or did not have to assert yourself. Don't focus on the conflict, but on the outcome. Show how you fixed the problem, not the blame.

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Also, the book "How to Land a Top Paying Airline Job" is amazing. It goes through all the TMAAT questions and the best way to set up the answer and go from there. It works great with Emerald Coast or AeroCrew. I got it for about $15 on Amazon. Along with that, there is "Everything Explained for the Professional Pilot", kind of pricey, but well worth the $60. And finally, "Check List for Success". Written by the folks at Cage Consulting, another good one.

Keep your head up, and like it was said before, work smarter, not harder. You'll do great!

2 for 2 here, too. 3 for 3 if you include a sim job.

Emerald Coast worked well for me.

Look at it this way, at least you're making it to the interviews. There is something you have that gets attention to get you to that point. That is more than some can say. Many are scratching their head wondering why they can't even get a phone call.

Find that sticking point in your interview and you've probably made it, seeing as how you're making it to the interviews to begin with.

Good luck

To the OP

So far I'm up to 4 "thanks but no thanks emails" without any calls for an interview. I know it has got to suck getting to the interview and then not getting the nod, but keep your head up.

If you're anything like me you don't like talking about yourself and that may be part of the issue.

I signed up for ECI prep and so far it's been worth every penny. I've only done the audio prep so far, but even that was incredibly helpful. The guy that does it is very down to earth and explains things in a way anyone can understand. I cracked up several times listening to it.

Keep your chin up and know that good things are coming your way. Third time is the charm, right?!

I agree with all the above and I would like to add that most airlines will re-interview you in 6 to 12 months.
I know someone who got hired at UAL after his 3rd try!
Good luck!