Auto-pilot is an interesting feature in airplanes and is now used in many cars, making driving more convenient. However, some people inadvertently switch to auto-pilot mode while listening to others.

The fact is that good listeners can stay in the moment and be involved in the conversation. This skill is known as the active listening skill. Most often as we listen we tend to think of our own experiences as the person speaks and sometimes even cut off their speech mid-way bombarding them with our ideas.

The moment when the interviewer invites you to ask questions is a valuable opportunity that candidates often hesitate to embrace. It's common to avoid this moment out of fear of being judged, but it's a chance to gain critical insights.