The most important question I usually ask is, can I see the workspace? I want to see where the work is actually happening. What made them excited about joining their company? I definitely want to know what success looks like for that role and how it's measured. The biggest lesson I learned is to ask to spend time with the team for that like second go aroundLike, can I come back? Can I sit in on some meetings? Because what you see in the interview is not the whole picture.
Andy Vitale teaches us all about how to interview for our next UX job like a boss. He emphasizes the importance of avoiding jargon, and at all costs the temptation to conflate confidence with arrogance. He reminds us to be prepared to get way out of our comfort zones, and even offers smart techniques on how to cope with the discomfort in those critical moments. He also points out that pay isn't everything, and that a fantastic work culture can make all the difference.
- The Importance of Soft Skills (4:55)
- Calming Your Nerves (17:08)
- The Importance of Body Language (22:18)
- What Do You Love About Interviewing? (36:15)
- What Do You Hate About Interviewing? (38:21)
- How Much Should I Be Paid? (41:13)
- Discussing Salary During an Interview (47:06)
- Favorite Last Interview Questions (51:07)
- Whiteboard Exercise Preparation (54:58)
- How to Tell If a Company Understands UX (60:29)
- Words of Encouragement (63:47)
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