Blog ❯ Job Interview Tips
Think you know how to prepare for a job interview? The difference between landing the job of your dreams and bombing the interview often boils down to one key element: how well you prepare.
But where do you even begin? The internet is full of well-meaning job interview tips that are often very generic and sometimes just plain bad advice. In fact, that’s the entire reason we built Big Interview–to give you all of the guidance and job interview tips you need to really ace a job interview.
While it’s not possible to predict every question you will be asked, you can and should practice and prepare so you can enter your interview with a strong sense of what to expect and how to approach the most common interview questions.
We have filled our blog with free resources on job interview tips that cover everything you need to know about how to prepare for a job interview.
This includes everything from how to dress during your job interview, to how to negotiate the best salary for yourself and everything in between.
Get a hot cup of coffee, a pen and pad for taking notes, and dive in.
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There are many components of a successful job interview, including thorough preparation, confident body language, professional presentation, and clear articulation of your skills and experience. Once you’ve mastered all of these details and walk out of the interview,...
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Job interviews are nerve-wracking for many people. If you have a disability, the anxiety often climbs another notch. Let's look at strategies for successful interviewing with a disability. Although people with disabilities may be just as gifted, just as skilled, and...
Think you know how to prepare for an interview? The difference between landing the job of your dreams and bombing the interview often boils down to one key element: how well you prepare. It’s not possible to anticipate every question that will be asked. It is entirely...
Today's guest: Josh Goldstein, co-founder of Underdog.io - a job marketplace that connects candidates with high-tech firms in New York and San Francisco. Josh discuss some of the common mistakes that disqualify many great candidates, and how to stand out from the...
Doing thorough research on the company you are applying to will put you head and shoulders above the competition.
When you go into your interview with a firm knowledge of the company and the potential role you will be filling, you’ll be able to answer questions in a much more tailored and targeted way.
Delve into more resources to learn the best way to research a company, find new opportunities, and prepare for an interview in your specific role.
Though many interviews contain notoriously dreaded questions like, “What is your greatest weakness?” with a little preparation, these common interview questions are nothing to fear. It’s important to be succinct, specific, and honest in your replies, but don’t overthink it.
Learning to answer the most common interview questions is the most important part of your job interview preparation. These in-depth posts will help you learn our proven approach to answering even the trickiest questions like a pro.
At the end of your interview, it is commonplace to be asked if you have any questions. You may have questions come to you in the moment, but it’s a good idea to have several prepared beforehand.
Additionally, it is good interview manners to send a thank-you note after the interview. You don’t want to ace the job interview just to make a misstep at the very end. Be prepared!
We’ll take you through the final steps of your job interview process in these posts so you can finish strong and leave the best impression possible on your hiring manger.
Understand the best way to answer behavioral questions.
Prepare to answer questions for a specific job position.
Learn how to negotiate anything like a pro.