Master Your Resume
Every bullet point is interview material. Be ready to expand on everything you listed.
- Prepare 2-3 detailed examples for each experience
- Quantify your achievements with specific numbers
- Connect past experiences to the target role
- Anticipate questions about gaps or transitions
Pro Tip: Print your resume and mark up expected questions in the margins.
Practice Out Loud
Silent preparation ≠interview readiness.
- Record yourself answering common questions
- Use the STAR method for behavioral questions
- Practice with a friend or use mirror feedback
- Time your answers (aim for 60-90 seconds each)
Common questions to practice: "Tell me about yourself", "Why this company?", "Your greatest weakness?"
Research Deeply
Generic research gets generic results.
- Study the company's recent news and products
- Understand their competitors and market position
- Learn about the interviewers on LinkedIn
- Know the team structure and where you'd fit
Ask Impactful Questions
Your questions reveal your thinking level.
- "What does success look like in this role in 6 months?"
- "How does the team measure impact?"
- "What are the biggest challenges facing this department?"
- "How does the company support professional growth?"
Avoid: "What's the salary?", "How many vacation days?", "When can I work remotely?"
Handle Tough Questions
Transform weaknesses into strengths.
- Weakness: "I tend to overprepare" → Show growth mindset
- Gap in resume: Frame as learning period
- Why leaving job: Focus on growth, not complaints
- Salary expectations: Research range, give flexible answer
Follow Up Effectively
The interview isn't over when you leave.
- Send thank-you emails within 24 hours
- Reference specific conversation points
- Reiterate your fit and enthusiasm
- Add one brief new insight if possible