From the course: Informational Interviewing
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Do your homework
- More than anything else, preparation is the key to success when you're getting ready for an informational interview. It's not enough to know the industry or occupation you're targeting and have a written list of questions. You'll have to do your homework. Thorough research makes all the difference between wasting your time or actually reaping the benefits of informational interviews. In order to get the best results from your informational interviews, you need to know about your targeted occupation, the specific industry, and the person you're contacting. When you begin to research the occupation you've targeted, identify professional associations that represent the occupation you've targeted, and read their website and publications. It is their job to keep their members informed of the most current data and trends, so they're a great source of information. Print out job descriptions from job board ads and the Department of Labor. Review the responsibilities, necessary credentials…
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