Informational interviews, in which you gather information about a contact’s job and industry, are vitally important to learning about new careers and opportunities. Plus, it’s precisely when jobs aren’t available that people are willing to meet with motivated job seekers as a way to develop a strong talent pool for the future. An informational interview can put you at the head of the line when a position appears, lead to valuable employment contacts, or simply help you figure out your next career move.
So how do you get this informational interviews and how do you get the most out of them? Find out in this short video:
That’s it—that’s all you need to know. Now get out there and get some interviews lined up. Use LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and your friends and family, and don’t be shy about asking anyone who looks interesting to you. And remember, the more informational interviews you do, the less awkward they become.
Have you done any informational interviews? I’d love to know how you’ve made the most out of them – please leave me your comment below.
Howdy Margaret: Good points made, but I don’t know how to research a company prior to contacting them to set a infomational interview. Do you have a video or freebie training clip on how to do that.
I realize that the more one knows about a company, the more creditable they will appear at the interview time, if they go in knowing about the product or services this company offers. Problems that they are facing, Mission or Corporate Goals, etc.
Also just was wondering and trying to figure out your lovely accent! Where are you from please, before you ended up in the UK?
Thanks so much, Sincerely,Tom Kelly Western USA
Hi Tom! You can research a company in a number of different ways – apart from their website and press releases as well. You can find some articles on my blog, e.g.: https://interview-coach.co.uk/7-ways-to-penetrate-your-target-companies/
There are also lots of videos on my YouTube channel.
As for your question – I am from Poland originally and have been in London for 13 years:-)
So what’s your situation – are you looking for a new job right now? How is it going?
Best regards
Margaret Buj
Great tips Margaret. Shared
Thank you!