Section 14: Interviewing
For many, interviewing isn't high on the list of enjoyable things to do.
There's nervousness around what questions will be asked. Additionally, there's the continual reminder that a job offer is dependent upon your interview performance.
Interviewing brings a mix of emotions. Excitement at the thought of a new opportunity. Anxiousness around the interview itself. Butterflies in the stomach as the interview date approaches. It's a lot to take in.
This section is designed to help you understand the interview process, what to expect, and how to build a mindset that will improve your confidence when it comes to interviewing.
The Journey to Become a Great Interviewee
Like anything in life, your first interview experience probably won't feel perfect. The examples you provide might not be the best, the way you structure your answers might be a little messy, you might forget to include key information.
Learning to interview is a continuous process. Each interview is an opportunity to assess your performance and uncover ways to improve for the next interview.
Think of it like an After Action Review (AAR) in the military. After each evolution you review what happened, highlight what went well, and flag what could be improved for the next time.
The challenge with the interview process is that recruiters and interviewers will rarely share in-depth feedback about your performance. At most, you can expect high-level feedback. That means it's up to you to actively review your answers to uncover improvement opportunities.