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I need somebody to tak to about informational interview.
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#interviews # #interviewing-skills
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Carole Curtis
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Informational Interviewing is a process of systematically researching a Career Field that you are interested in. It is important that before you begin your research you know what Career you would really like to research. In the beginning of you research you should start with in-person interviews in a workplace environment and visit with them by asking them questions to people already in a similar jobs. This is the most valuable
career development tool. The major benefits of this process is: Making it possible for you to learn and speak more knowledgeably about what you want to do, therefore helping you to decide whether this is really an appropriate career choice for you; It provides you with specific Job Description Information that you might not have thought about and that you need in developing a sharp and focused resume; you also should bring a resume with you in case the person you are speaking with wants to look over your resume, and if that is the case you might get constructive criticism in how to make your resume better. Talking with contacts for your job search and listening to their suggestions for you Is all part of the networking process which gives you the surest route to a good job. Here are some guidelines to follow; Don't confuse it with a job interview, just stick to the agenda of getting Career Information; Make an personal appointment for a short period of time (maybe 20 Min) be on time and leave on time; arrive prepared with questions you want answered; take down notes after the interview or record if allowed; Ask for two references to other people in the field of your special career field; send a thank you note; keep well organized records of your interviews.
Ask your friends if they know anyone who does the job that you would like to do, references are important.
Check with the local Career Counseling center and check if they have someone that you can make an appointment with.
If you are not quite sure that you have found the right career, please think about taking a career assessment at a Career Center
While in the Career center the counselors can help with going over your assessments that they will give you.
The more people that you talk to about the career that you want to do, the more knowledge you will have to make a proper decision.
career development tool. The major benefits of this process is: Making it possible for you to learn and speak more knowledgeably about what you want to do, therefore helping you to decide whether this is really an appropriate career choice for you; It provides you with specific Job Description Information that you might not have thought about and that you need in developing a sharp and focused resume; you also should bring a resume with you in case the person you are speaking with wants to look over your resume, and if that is the case you might get constructive criticism in how to make your resume better. Talking with contacts for your job search and listening to their suggestions for you Is all part of the networking process which gives you the surest route to a good job. Here are some guidelines to follow; Don't confuse it with a job interview, just stick to the agenda of getting Career Information; Make an personal appointment for a short period of time (maybe 20 Min) be on time and leave on time; arrive prepared with questions you want answered; take down notes after the interview or record if allowed; Ask for two references to other people in the field of your special career field; send a thank you note; keep well organized records of your interviews.
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Patricia’s Answer
Hi Isaiah,
Thanks for the question! Since I'm not sure exactly what type of information you are looking for, I will just share my experience.
Whenever I see a job posted that I am really interested in, I contact the HR representative and schedule an informational meeting prior to applying for the job. I have found that HR can provide you with more insight about the duties and responsibilities of the job vs. just reading the job description. In this case, the HR rep appreciated me taking the time to learn more about the job up front and saving everyone time and energy in the long-run.
I have also contacted hiring managers directly to request informational interviews before applying for jobs. The managers appreciated my proactiveness and desire to invest the time to ensure the jobs aligned with my skill set and what the hiring managers were seeking in candidates.
I recommend that you take charge of your career development and take the initiative to learn as much as you can about job opportunities so that you make the best decision for you and the hiring managers.
Much success to you!
Take care and stay well!
Patricia'
Thanks for the question! Since I'm not sure exactly what type of information you are looking for, I will just share my experience.
Whenever I see a job posted that I am really interested in, I contact the HR representative and schedule an informational meeting prior to applying for the job. I have found that HR can provide you with more insight about the duties and responsibilities of the job vs. just reading the job description. In this case, the HR rep appreciated me taking the time to learn more about the job up front and saving everyone time and energy in the long-run.
I have also contacted hiring managers directly to request informational interviews before applying for jobs. The managers appreciated my proactiveness and desire to invest the time to ensure the jobs aligned with my skill set and what the hiring managers were seeking in candidates.
I recommend that you take charge of your career development and take the initiative to learn as much as you can about job opportunities so that you make the best decision for you and the hiring managers.
Much success to you!
Take care and stay well!
Patricia'
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Sunny’s Answer
Hello,
For the interview information I can tell you it is really depend on the job what they need. For some job such as bank you really need to have really good business or marketing skills for it. so you really have to know what kind of jobs you apply it for. And there other thing is like you really have to a lot of research about the company you want to get in to. When you apply a job you really have to know what are they doing and why you want to get this job, what is the purpose to get this. Is it there money, habit or something else.
For the interview information I can tell you it is really depend on the job what they need. For some job such as bank you really need to have really good business or marketing skills for it. so you really have to know what kind of jobs you apply it for. And there other thing is like you really have to a lot of research about the company you want to get in to. When you apply a job you really have to know what are they doing and why you want to get this job, what is the purpose to get this. Is it there money, habit or something else.
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John’s Answer
Hey Isaiah,
I agree with Gurpreet that a bit more information would be helpful, but I'll give you some generic (beneficial for everyone) advice on informational interviews. Feel free to follow up (reply back) afterward with any questions you have.
Once you have identified a general idea of what interests you, find companies for which you would potentially be interested in working. Then find people you know or people on LinkedIn with interesting titles that work for that company. The goal here isn't to talk to the CEO or even a VP. The goal is to talk to people who are currently doing what you are interested in. If they are alumni of your school or friends of a friend, that's a great way to introduce yourself. Ask for 30 minutes of their time to chat with them (typically a phone call or in person depending on location. Have questions prepared for the meetings (try to make them specific to that person's job/expertise/company such as "why did you choose to work for XYZ company as an analyst). These meetings are NOT to get a job, they are to learn.
What will naturally happen is you will get to know people who are in the right line of work and they will get to know you.
Best of luck to you!
John
Identify companies and/or jobs that interest you
Find people who do those jobs through friends, school, or LinkedIn
Send a message to ask for 30 minutes of their time (stick to the time limit they commit to)
Come prepared with questions (some can be generic, but try to be specific)
REPEAT!
I agree with Gurpreet that a bit more information would be helpful, but I'll give you some generic (beneficial for everyone) advice on informational interviews. Feel free to follow up (reply back) afterward with any questions you have.
Once you have identified a general idea of what interests you, find companies for which you would potentially be interested in working. Then find people you know or people on LinkedIn with interesting titles that work for that company. The goal here isn't to talk to the CEO or even a VP. The goal is to talk to people who are currently doing what you are interested in. If they are alumni of your school or friends of a friend, that's a great way to introduce yourself. Ask for 30 minutes of their time to chat with them (typically a phone call or in person depending on location. Have questions prepared for the meetings (try to make them specific to that person's job/expertise/company such as "why did you choose to work for XYZ company as an analyst). These meetings are NOT to get a job, they are to learn.
What will naturally happen is you will get to know people who are in the right line of work and they will get to know you.
Best of luck to you!
John
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