In a fast-paced, competitive industry like iGaming, technical skills and experience alone aren’t enough. Companies scaling across LATAM and other emerging markets need people who don’t just execute — they lead. But how do you recognize real leadership during an interview?
At Careers.bet, we’ve worked with dozens of operators and suppliers across the region, and we’ve identified patterns that separate good professionals from true leaders. Below are key techniques and cues you can use during interviews to spot high-impact talent — and why it matters more than ever.
🔍 What Real Leadership Looks Like in Interviews
Leadership is not about titles — it’s about behavior. Here are the traits to watch for:
🧠 1. They Own Outcomes — Not Just Tasks
Ask this:
“Tell me about a time when something failed or didn’t go as expected.”
What to look for:
A true leader doesn’t blame others. They take responsibility, analyze what went wrong, and focus on solutions. In iGaming, where launches are fast and pressure is constant, people who own outcomes — even beyond their formal scope — are invaluable.
⚖️ 2. They Balance Confidence and Humility
Leaders don’t need to dominate a room. Instead, they show calm confidence — and the humility to admit when they’re wrong.
Ask this:
“Have you ever challenged a decision from a manager or executive? What happened?”
What to look for:
Look for those who know how to stand their ground respectfully and still operate as part of a team. In high-growth environments, your team needs people who are assertive, but not arrogant — and collaborative, but not passive.
🔗 3. They Think Beyond Their Job Description
Ask this:
“Can you give an example of a time you helped another department or team reach a goal?”
What to look for:
Leaders see the bigger picture. They understand that success in iGaming depends on alignment — between payments, marketing, compliance, and tech. Candidates who support others and move toward shared goals bring speed and cohesion to complex operations.
🎯 4. They Simplify and Prioritize Under Pressure
Ask this:
“Tell me about a situation where everything felt urgent. How did you handle it?”
What to look for:
iGaming often throws competing priorities and real-time challenges your way. Strong candidates will show how they broke down complexity, set priorities, and executed effectively — without getting overwhelmed.
🤝 5. They Build Trust and Influence
Ask this:
“Describe a time when you had no formal authority, but still had to get people on board.”
What to look for:
Great leaders earn trust and move people through influence, not just position. In distributed or cross-functional iGaming teams, you need individuals who can align stakeholders, inspire peers, and lead through example — especially when titles don’t grant authority.
📈 Why This Matters in iGaming
The iGaming industry in Latin America is expanding rapidly. With regulation evolving, new markets opening, and competition intensifying, companies need talent who can:
- Act with ownership, not just instruction
- Make decisions in fast-changing environments
- Work across teams and borders
- Build influence and lead even without formal authority
In short: the industry favors those who lead by example — not just by title.
🧭 Final Thought: Leaders Believe in the Mission
When speaking to candidates, observe their reaction to the company’s goals and vision. Do they light up? Do they ask thoughtful questions? Candidates who believe in the mission will go further, faster — and bring others along with them.
At Careers.bet, we specialize in finding professionals who don’t just fit roles — they move companies forward. If you’re building a team in LATAM, we can help you identify candidates with the leadership traits that matter most in this industry.
📩 Get in touch to learn more.