This episode is dedicated to new grads and those of you who want to change your career path up. Informational Interviews are great to give you a behind-the-curtain view of what working for the company is really like. Some even say that it is a new Networking opportunity as we are living in a remote-forward work culture now. Here are tips on how to successfully have an Informational Interview. 

• Treat it as if it is an actual job interview. If you make a good impression, they are more likely to help you out when you can
• Make sure you have done your research on the company and the person you are meeting
• Have a goal/agenda for the meeting, but keep it personal so you are remembered
• Don’t go over time since you are using up someone else’s free time
• Have potential jobs (3-4) that you would be interested in to cover with the person you are interviewing so you can really get a better handle on each position you are interested
• Make sure you have your resume handy since you will be referencing it and sharing it with the person you are interviewing with 
• Be your biggest advocate
• Know that this is a long-term strategy. The position you are interested in may not have an immediate opening, but you will be top of mind when one comes up if you perform well
• Be gracious and thankful
• Dress professionally to match the brand and company culture

 

‘Dos & Don’ts’ on Informational Interviews

 

• You ask the questions, not them. 
• Do not act entitled
• Do not let constructive feedback get in the way of your goals
• Send a ‘Thank You’ not along with links/documents that you referenced during the conversation
• Use a tracker to document the conversation

 

 

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