Orla Fennessy —
interview researcher
Career strategist, guide writer, and the person behind bifajya's practical approach to interview preparation.
Orla spent years watching capable people stumble through interviews not because they lacked ability, but because nobody had shown them what interviewers actually look for. That gap is what bifajya was built to close.
Where this started
After working in recruitment for several years, Orla noticed a pattern. Candidates who prepared with generic tips rarely performed well. Those who understood the reasoning behind specific question types did far better — even when they were objectively less experienced.
She began writing detailed breakdowns of common interview questions for friends and colleagues. The guides spread. By 2017, bifajya had taken shape as a structured resource — part news information portal, part practical coaching library — focused entirely on interview question research.
The goal has always been the same: give people the context they need to answer honestly and clearly, without rehearsed-sounding scripts.
What the guides actually cover
research-led, not assumption-ledBehavioural questions
Structured breakdowns of STAR-format questions with real examples drawn from specific industries — not hypothetical scenarios.
Technical preparation
Role-specific question sets for technical interviews — including what interviewers are testing with each question, not just what to say.
Salary and offer stage
Guides for navigating the questions that come after the interview — compensation conversations, counter-offers, and how to evaluate what you're being offered.
Sector-specific research
Content organised by field — finance, tech, healthcare, and others — so the advice reflects the actual culture of that hiring environment.
Coaching sessions
One-to-one sessions available for candidates preparing for high-stakes interviews. Focused on specific roles, not generic practice. See the coaching page for details.
Interview news and updates
As a news information portal, bifajya tracks how hiring practices shift — new question formats, AI-assisted screening tools, and changes in what recruiters prioritise.
Questions about the guides or coaching
Orla reads every message personally. If you're unsure whether a guide applies to your situation, or you'd like to discuss coaching, reaching out directly is the fastest way to get a clear answer.
