Interview Prep
Lauren Price Adams
Director of Recruitment @ Career Innovator | ?Recruiting Tech Voice?
Interview Prep is the best pre-game for a successful interview. These items are key to reconfirm with your recruiter:
Company Overview
No one can remember every detail from a first discussion. It's so important to re-iterate information about the company. Although candidates should be doing some research on their own, it's helpful to review:
The Role
Organizations are making this hire as a part of a larger strategy. Wouldn't it be nice to know how you would support the larger vision? It's key to know:
Hiring Manager / Direct Report
You should always find background info on someone you're going to meet with. A LinkedIn profile or credible article can give you insights into their work experience. Speaking the same language is so important.
Competitive Position
Hiring managers are typically looking for specific experience. It's hard to find someone who "has it all" and is also looking to make a career change. This means, every candidate is checking a percentage of boxes. It's vital to know what you have and also what you don't have. These items enable a transparent conversation in a first interview:
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The Interview
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Quickly review:
Affirmations
Everyone needs support. Early in the interview phase, the candidate may have no one to consult with except for with the recruiter. I make sure to affirm the candidate in the reasons I reached out to them and the reasons why the client is interested in having an interview.
Your recruiter should be your Hype Man. Before an interview, make sure to get your prep on!