

Career Confidential: Interviewing for Smarties
11 snips Sep 9, 2025
Explore the complexities of job interviewing and how to align your purpose with practical strategies. Learn about mastering interviews from both candidates and hiring managers, emphasizing preparation and cultural fit. Discover effective LinkedIn tactics and the importance of personalized communication. Find out how to navigate interviews with confidence and honesty, especially if you're transitioning from unsatisfactory jobs. Finally, get essential tips on authentic storytelling to prepare for a successful future in the workplace.
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Show Competence, Fit, And Curiosity
- Demonstrate competence, cultural fit, and curiosity in interviews.
- Ask thoughtful questions about the work to show your brain is in the game.
Say You Want The Job
- Say explicitly that you want the job during the interview.
- Verbally express enthusiasm: "I really want this job."
Vague Culture Is A Red Flag
- A company that cannot describe its culture is a red flag.
- Culture exists whether they can articulate it or not, and vagueness often signals toxicity.