From the course: Getting into the Mind of the Hiring Manager

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Interviewers may not be prepared, so you should be

Interviewers may not be prepared, so you should be

From the course: Getting into the Mind of the Hiring Manager

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Interviewers may not be prepared, so you should be

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- Did you know there's research showing you're more likely to get hired if you interview last in the line up on a Tuesday morning? Bizarre, right? Well, not really. Since hiring managers don't spend a lot of time honing their interviewing skills, they tend to get better at asking questions and assessing what they need as they speak to more candidates. What if you can't rig the process to interview last? Here's what you can do to tilt the odds in your favor. First, prepare for the guaranteed first question. It's almost an inevitability you'll be asked some form of, "Can you tell me about yourself?" first. This is not a softball question to take lightly, it's your first impression, and can set the stage for your entire 45 minute interview. Avoid telling your life story, and instead choose two concrete, relevant accomplishments that capture their interest and tailor your response to show how the skills you've gained through…

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