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Monday, August 14, 2006

Read This Before You Interview With Me

So here's a little test.  I've been doing a lot of job interviews lately and a fair number of candidates have been smart enough to Google me and my companies.  Most have found this blog. 

If you're one of these people (or if you're interviewing for a job anywhere for that matter), read this excellent advice from Guy Kawasaki.

UPDATE:  A few tweaks to Guy's advice:

1.  Appear eager, but not overly so.  Balance is always good.  That goes for before, during, and after the interview.

2.  Get there early, but 30 minutes is a bit much to actually sit in the waiting room.  Shoot for 10-15 minutes there -- chill out in a nearby coffee shop or your car if you really are 30 minutes early (and you won't be -- something always goes wrong to delay you).

3.  I'm ambivalent about notes.  Listening is most important, notes are fine if they help you.  But don't overdo it.

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Quite possibly the best advice......as even the the most well-prepared in any aspect of life can always learn more and improve upon their own skills.

Good read......for anyone at any age.

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