It takes a lot of preparation to get ready for an interview and now I have a rhythm down. First I do research using Hoovers (thanks to my outplacement group) and then I thoroughly check the company's website looking for opportunities where I could add value. I then go out to Linked In and check out my potential interviewers to get a sense of who they are and their interests. Like for instance, one of the gals I am interviewing with seems to follow the HR VP from one company to another so they are apparently tight. Good to know!!! I look for the morsels of truth to open up the connection quickly.
I then put together a packet of information on myself. I always think it is important to differentiate yourself from the pack. I include a nice resume, some examples of my work that is pertinent to the audience and the position, a skills matrix of my abilities and then a nice little PR puff piece that was done on me in the former job. I have this down to a science. This is not what I want to do as I am totally ready for a job and leaving all this needless work to show my worth to a company. Using my lean training, I have mastered the most efficient job and interview preparation process possible.
CANDYLAND PACKING
As I mentioned, the entire family is coming to see the area and this is so challenging to pack efficiently for various events. I have my interview stuff, my workout stuff, my play stuff, my daughter's play stuff, my daughter's look cute outfits if someone from my potential employer happens to see us and of course my husband's stuff. Not only does he pack his clothes but he brings a huge volume of reading material, ipod and computer stuff and therefore we look like the Beverly Hillbillies trudging through the airport.
I think the company is serious too because they are putting us up at the nice hotel. Last time I stayed at the Lodge which was disappointing. I now feel a little more important then I did hanging out with the conference dudes from my last visit.
Not sure if I will be able to write over the next few days so stay tuned and wish me luck... I am running out of things to write about. I never thought this blog would have gone on for 77 days... aaahh..
REALIZATION
I suppose it is good to have a process to get ready and interview effectively with companies. I seem to get a good reaction with my preparation and personalized folders. I have learned to be a great self marketer... Maybe I should think of a change in profession. Realization 2 - I guess it is better to look like a tourist and have everything that you need instead of packing light and forgetting your bathing suit. Wish us luck as we load our 3 bags plus a few more carry-ons a small plane for an extended weekend.
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