Job Interview Tips

Getting an interview is an achievement. Now it's time to prepare so thoroughly that you walk in more confident than any other candidate.

Before the Interview

Research the Company

• What do they do? How do they make money?
• Recent news (funding, product launches, leadership changes)
• Culture signals (Glassdoor, LinkedIn posts)
• Challenges they're facing

Research the Role

• What problems will you solve?
• What does success look like?
• Who will you work with?

Research Your Interviewers

• Their background and career path
• Any shared connections or interests
• Content they've posted

Common Interview Questions

"Tell me about yourself"

• Present → Past → Future structure
• 90 seconds maximum
• Relevant to this role

"Why do you want to work here?"

• Show genuine research
• Connect to your values/goals
• Be specific, not generic

"What's your greatest weakness?"

• Be honest but strategic
• Show self-awareness
• Explain how you're improving

"Do you have questions for us?"

• Always have 3-5 prepared
• Show you've done your homework
• Ask about challenges and success

Interview Day

Logistics

• Know the format (video, phone, in-person)
• Test technology beforehand
• Arrive 10 minutes early

Mindset

• You're also interviewing them
• Be curious, not desperate
• Focus on conversation, not performance

Use AI to Prepare

These prompts help you research companies thoroughly, prepare compelling answers, and develop questions that demonstrate your genuine interest.