Before each question in your Truffle interview, you’ll get a short window to gather your thoughts. This is called thinking time. It’s your moment to pause, prep, and breathe before the recording begins.
You’ll see the question, take a beat to prepare, and then the recording will start automatically—unless your interviewer chose unlimited time.
How much time will you get?
Your interviewer picks the prep time based on the type of question. Here’s a quick rundown:
Thinking Time | Why it's used | Typical Questions |
15–30 sec | Quick gut-checks that test how clearly you can respond under pressure | Sales or support-style questions |
1 min | Straightforward prompts that benefit from a short outline | Task-oriented or process questions |
2 min (default) | A solid balance between thinking and spontaneity | Most role-based questions |
5 min | For deeper, more complex challenges or case-style prompts | Management or decision-making scenarios |
Unlimited | Creative questions that deserve space to explore | Portfolio reviews, brainstorms, storytelling |
You’ll always see the countdown so you know exactly how much prep time you have.
Is prep time a disadvantage?
Not at all! In fact, it’s built to help you:
✨ Show your best self – No pressure to wing it on the spot.
🧠 Structure your thoughts – You can use the built-in notepad to sketch your answer.
😌 Reduce nerves – Taking 30 seconds to breathe can make all the difference.
Tips for making the most of your prep
Read the question fully before you start planning your answer
Note key points in the prep notepad if it helps organize your thinking
Stay calm and don’t overthink it—this is your time to shine