In a recent LinkedIn post, Arlene Dickinson shared her reflections on a particularly unique and meaningful interview experience she had appearing on the show ‘The Assembly.’ Dickinson described the interview as one that defied conventional preparation due to the unpredictable nature of the questions posed by the interviewers.
“Some interviews you really cant prepare for because the questions come from every direction. Appearing on The Assembly was exactly that kind of interview.”
An Unconventional Interview Format
Dickinson elaborated on what made the experience so distinctive. She highlighted the interviewers themselves, describing them as “sharp, intuitive, deeply prepared, and completely unafraid to ask whatever’s on their minds.” According to Dickinson, the absence of scripts and predictable questions fostered an environment of genuine curiosity.
“There aren’t any softballs and there are no scripts. I never knew what was going to be asked next! The questions came from honest curiosity and I loved every minute of it.”
The business leader emphasized that this lack of pre-determined questions allowed for authentic and unfiltered conversation, an aspect she clearly valued.
The Unique Nature of ‘The Assembly’
‘The Assembly’ is characterized by its panel of interviewers who are all autistic or neurodivergent. Dickinson noted the show’s global success and attributed it to the thoughtful, unfiltered, and often humorous nature of its conversations.
Empathy and Strengths on Display
Beyond the intellectual rigor of the interview, Dickinson was moved by the personal qualities of the interviewers. She spoke about the kindness, vulnerability, and strengths demonstrated by the panel. The depth of their research also left a strong impression on her.
“I was touched by the kindness they all had, their own vulnerability and strengths and impressed by the depth of their research. It’s an experience I’ll never forget.”
Dickinson concluded by expressing her hope that viewers would watch her episode, which was scheduled to air as the season finale. Her post served as a testament to the power of authentic human connection and the value of engaging with diverse perspectives in communication.
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This article is based on insights shared by Arlene Dickinson on LinkedIn.
📅 Originally posted on November 20, 2025 | View original post on LinkedIn →