6 Things to Learn at a Job Interview
Published November 09, 2009 @ 06:56PM PT
In addition to working with job seekers, I spend a lot of time interviewing candidates for jobs and of course, have interviewed a few times over the years. In fact, I just told a friend to interview for a job because it is "a good learning experience". After applying for the job, she decided she wasn't interested any longer. Of course, I said "you were interested enough to apply, and should definitely hear what they have to say." As it turns out, she is going to interview tomorrow (good luck!). If she is offered the job, she can always turn it down or if she accepts it and loves it (this is what I am betting on), she'll be glad she took my advice.
A recent article posted online at US News and World Report points out how much there is to learn during a job interview. Blogger and writer, Alison Green does a great job of reminding readers that a job interview is all about kicking the tires to see if it's a good fit for you too. You can read her 6 things here and following this, think carefully during your next interview process.
An interview can tell a lot about an organization especially how important decisions are made (does it take 2 months for turn around?) or how employees are treated. Take a close look to gauge the energy level of staff members - do they look tired or disgruntled? If so, it's not a good sign. What about clarity? Have they told you about the process or detailed what the hiring process entails? Or do you feel like they are trying to up-sell you something? Think about all these things and trust your instincts. Bottom line: It is all about wooing potential employees during the interviewing process, and if an agency or organization isn't on their best behavior with company over (company = you, the candidate), it may only get worse.
(photo credit: http://www.best-interview-strategies.com/images/Interview-2.jpg)
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Erin is the Director of Candidate Services at the Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group, where she advises job seekers including for-profit professionals on how to land a great nonprofit job.
