Informational Interview Tips: Who to Network With and What to Ask (Part 1)
You must speak with people if you are serious about transitioning in your career. It is absolutely not enough to sit behind a computer screen. Signing up for Monster, TheLadders and/or Indeed is not enough. You need to have a cup of coffee (or go on a Skype call) with a person who has had the job you desire, worked for the firm on your target list, or been around within your desired industry.
Watch to learn what types of people you must network with and consider my sample questions so that you get enormous value out of those crucial talks.
Perfect timing! I did a lot of informal informational interviews at a conference I attended this weekend and a formal sit-down one this week. I’m putting your advice into action!
Awesome to hear Linnea! I hope you got a great deal of value from those encounters.