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Informational Interviewing:An Excellent Way To Enhance Your Career Search
Lauren CelanoPhone: 215‐370‐2285Lauren@propelcareers.com
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Outline
An overview of informational interviewing
What questions to ask
How to identify people
Follow up
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Informational Interviewing:How to Find the Right Opportunity
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Develop your Job Search Checklist Outline what you want in a jobLocationRequirements ResponsibilitiesSize of organizationSalaryCultureManagement styleEtc…
Item Must Have
Nice to Have
Definitely No
Job Searching: The Funnel Effect
I want/ can do everything
Actually, maybe there are some Jobs that I am better suited for
than others
I know exactlywhat I want
to do
When you are here, you should apply
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Informational Interviewing
Provides guidance for your job search
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Informational Interviewing
Definition: An informational interview is an interview conducted to collect information about a job, career field, industry or company.
It is NOT a job interview.
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Logistical Information Usually 15‐30 minutes in length, sometimes longer
In person, phone, or Skype
Email copy of resume or LinkedIn profile prior
Referrals are important
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What To Ask About
Particular Job
Organization
Career Progression
Career Entry
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What To Ask About
Particular Job Organization Career Progression Career Entry
Responsibilities Day to Day Like Dislike Growth potential Skills needed
Culture Work
Environment Management
Style Growth
Potential Personality Fit Skills needed Skills valued
Growth Opportunities
Career Path Skills to Develop
How to get in a role
Networking Experience
required Skills needed Skills one can
learn Best way to enter
field
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Preparing for Informational InterviewsEmail the person you will be speaking with an idea of what you are looking for and questions ahead of time.
I am looking to learn more about… What your role is like, day to day What skills are needed to be successful (so that I can build these) What you like best about your role What you would change What is a typical career path What is your company culture
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Sample Intro EmailSubject: Referral from (John X), Informational Interview Request
Hello (Lisa),
John suggested that I reach out to you to learn more about (X Career Area). I am writing to see if you have 15 – 30 minutes for an informational interview. To provide a brief description of my background, I am a (junior) at (Tufts University) focusing on (X Area). I will be finishing in (6 months) and looking for a ( X type of role) in an (entrepreneurial or larger firm) in (Boston). Through this discussion, I am looking to learn more about (Career opportunities and the differences between large and small companies – this can be tailored for what you are looking for). The information will help me decide which path is the best fit for me. I have attached my resume for your reference.
Thank you in advance for your time.
With kind regards,
Lauren Phone, Email
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Networking to Identify People
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Classmates Former colleagues Friends/ Mentors Alumni Organizations Organizations that you are a part of LinkedIn connections Individuals you meet at events Professionals who speak at events
Connections Through People
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Poster Sessions are great opportunities
Many companies have posters – you can meet
company representatives
Opening events and coffee sessions
Networking at Conferences
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Conferences Exhibitor, Sponsor, Presenter Lists
Papers (Science, Nature, Cell, etc) Patents Grants Connections
Identifying Organizations – Search…
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Identifying Organizations – Search… LinkedIn
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Identifying Organizations – Search… LinkedIn
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You can search for people bythe name, organization, titleand or school to help identifypeople to reach out to
You can also search by 1st
degree, 2nd degree or 3rd
degree connections
At the end of the discussion ask, is there anything I can help you with?
Following up from Informational Interviews
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Send them relevant papers / articles
Let them know about your upcoming conference presentations
Maybe you both belong to the same networking group / org (i.e. Women in Bio). Contact regarding relevant events
Following up from Informational Interviews
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Invite them to speak to your department or on a career panel or at conference/meeting you are involved with
When you get hired, let everyone know where you will be working and thank them for their assistance in this process
Following up from Informational Interviews
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Be clear about your “ask” Have questions prepared Have your elevator pitch established Follow up Your profile is your brand Use your network – referrals are key Follow up Articles, news, papers, events, etc
Tips for Informational Interviewing Success
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Contact DetailsLauren Celano
Founder and CEO
Propel Careers
cell: 215‐370‐2285email: Lauren@propelcareers.com
Fueling Innovation. Fostering Leaders.www.propelcareers.com
Blog: http://www.propelcareers.com/blog/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/Propel_CareersFacebook: Propel Careers Linked in: Propel Careers
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