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For freshers, facing the first interview is nothing less than having bittersweet feelings. Not only are we too excited but also very nervous before those one-on-one interview rounds. The mixed feelings can be overwhelming and they either leave you speechless or you end up blabbering things you regret later. Even if you have given many interviews, your first job interview experience will remain as a memorable one forever. For some of you, it will be a positive experience and for others, a negative one. As for me, it was a turning point experience and it has changed the way I look at interviews.

On a Wednesday morning, being in desperate need of a job, I met my best friend. He told me about a job vacancy for a safety officer, with an interview to be held two days later. I hardly knew a thing about industrial or company safety, let alone the job responsibilities of a safety officer. However, with my friend’s encouragement, I decided to give it a go. I had two days to customize my template fresh graduate resume to focus on the safety job specification, to submit it and prepare for the interview.

My resume got to the company the next day as a late entry and my application was accepted. I got a phone call to come for the interview the following day. My friend offered his help to prepare me for the interview, but I felt that the Internet was the right place to go, so I went to the nearest internet cafe, and did some intensive research on Google. I educated myself on the company safety policies, precautions and the required knowledge of a safety officer. I printed every article I found useful until I was sure to have acquired substantial information for the interview with the CEO (chief executive officer).

The next day, I was simply dressed in my shirt, trousers and a tie. (I was completely broke so I did not take my suit to a dry-cleaner.) I was at the reception with about 18 other well-dressed gentlemen, some rehearsing their safety manuals and others waiting to have a good time with the interviewer. The job position was for two safety officers, so about 17 of us were destined to be disqualified. However, I was super excited and sure to give the interview my best shot.

My much-awaited interview slot finally arrived and I entered the CEO’s spacious room. As soon as I came in, I saw he was casually seated on his chair with his legs on top of a desk. He was watching cricket on TV, which was on mute, though. The CEO greeted me and asked me to sit down. Then he asked whether I felt comfortable with him sitting like that and watching cricket. Although I was not very comfortable with his behaviour, I said, “Yes, I am quite comfortable and I don’t mind you watching cricket.” The CEO smiled and said that I might leave. The whole interview lasted 2 minutes.

The next day, I was informed that I could not make it to the final list of selected candidates. I analyzed the whole interview and understood the mistake I had made on that day. I should have shown my disapproval of the way the CEO was sitting in the interview. I realized that the interview etiquette should be followed by both parties, not just by a job applicant.

This experience has left a long-lasting impression on me! Now, whenever I go for an interview, I make sure that I say ‘No’ if I don’t like anything, say ‘don’t know’ if I am not aware of anything, and I’m straightforward and honest as much as possible! The best candidate is not the one with the best academic qualifications but the one with the right attitude. I wouldn’t advise any applicant to approach the interview like it’s a do-or-die affair. A failure in an interview is not the end of your career. A bend in the road is not the end of the road unless you fail to make the turn.

(Adapted from ‘My first job interview experience’ by S. Reddy)

1. Why was the first interview memorable for the author?
1) The interview left bittersweet feelings.
2) The author was speechless in the interview.
3) It was an eye-opening experience.
4) The author’s emotions were overwhelming.

2. When the author learned about a job vacancy for a safety officer, …
1) he knew nothing about this area of employment.
2) he was looking for a job in this field.
3) he has already had a proper resume for this job.
4) it was too late to submit his resume.

3. How did the author prepare for the interview?
1) He took a two-day course in customizing his resume.
2) He prepared for the interview with the help of his friend.
3) He read internet articles concerning a safety officer job.
4) He studied the company documents on safety policies.

4. The expression “I was completely broke” in paragraph 4 (“I was completely broke so I did not take my suit to a dry-cleaner.”) is closest in meaning to…
1) I was extremely worried.
2) I didn’t have any money.
3) I was hopelessly absent-minded.
4) I didn’t know what to do.

5. How did the author feel when he saw other job applicants waiting at the reception?
1) He felt nervous and frustrated.
2) He thought he had no chances to be accepted.
3) He was determined to make as much effort as possible.
4) He felt he was not dressed well enough for the interview.

6. Why did the author fail the interview?
1) He did not answer the CEO’s questions correctly.
2) He did not follow the interview etiquette.
3) He did not feel comfortable in the interview.
4) He did not object to the CEO’s behaviour.

7. What should the applicant NOT do at the interview?
1) Follow the interview etiquette.
2) Be straightforward and honest.
3) Regard the interview as a do-or-die affair.
4) Have the proper approach to the interview.

Business English is always popular among students. Before getting a dream job, every person has to face a job interview (usually more than one). As teachers, we have to prepare students for these stressful situations. So let’s discuss some possible scenarios! 

Students with a high level of English attending an interview 

This situation is quite common. Students usually take their first steps in business English as soon as they achieve Intermediate level. At this level, students feel more or less confident speaking English therefore, teachers’ task is to prepare students emotionally as job interviews can be a nerve-racking experience, especially when you don’t feel prepared for them. Teachers should provide an opportunity to work through different questions while practicing and improving students’ listening and speaking skills. Of course, with the variety of interview questions that can be asked these days, it’s hard to know what type of questions you should prepare for, but practice reduces speaking anxiety.  

Must-do activities

— Practice interview questions 

Start with common interview questions:

1. Tell us about yourself. 
2. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
3. Why do you want to leave your current job?
4. Why should we choose you? 

Then continue with job-related question and model answers like “Marketing Interview Questions and Answers”

1. Tell us about a product that you successfully marketed. What was your strategy?

2. Tell me about a marketing campaign you conducted that wasn’t successful. What did you learn from that?

Explore interview questions by job title here. 

For this activity I like to use Quizlet a lot as it’s easy to find ready materials there. For example, here are job interview questions. You don’t have to look for different resources. Just download the app and send flashcards to your student to practice.

— Watch job interview videos 

Different people behave in different ways. Sometimes others’ ideas inspire us and teach something new (especially in the case of studying foreign languages). It’s useful to watch different examples and analyze them. Here they are:

Interview 1

Interview 2

It’s also a great idea to personalize lessons by choosing videos connected with your student’s field.

— Work with vocabulary 

While watching videos and working with questions, it’s essential to note down new phrases/words. Mind mapping is a great idea as well as practising in Quizlet. While working in a classroom, organize roleplays, storytelling, create activities (e.g. fill in the gaps).

One more thing

What if your student has Upper-Intermediate or even higher level? He/she has already learned lots of words, watched all the videos and practised a thousand times. Teachers always have something! Nowadays there is a growing importance of soft-skills. HR specialists always try to check whether you have them. So it’s very useful to focus on this thing and explain to your student the importance of these skills.

Again, as an English teacher, you’re able to train your student’s soft skills by including necessary tasks in your lessons. Here are some ideas: 

1. Problem-solving skills are easy to develop using the Business case studies approach. Read more about it here.
2. Storytelling skills are possible to practice after every single activity. Ask your student to paraphrase texts and audios. For example, let your student tell you about a job interview you’ve watched or sum up texts about job interview etiquette. This skill will be useful if the interviewer would ask to provide more details about your student’s work experience. 
3. Collaboration is easier when you work with a group. Just divide your students into teams and ask them to make a project or solve a case together. During a job interview, students might be asked questions relating to teamwork. The questions can vary since teamwork looks different in every workplace. Employers are interested in your answers to these questions because they want to know if your work style and experience will benefit their team. So after you students have finished the project or solving the case ask to analyze their teamwork and ask the following questions:

   — How do you feel about working in a team environment?
   — What makes a team function successfully?
   — What strategies would you use to motivate your team?
   — Do you feel more energized when you are working alone or when you are working as part of a team?

4. Creativity is also not hard to practice if you give a chance to express it. For example, as soon as you finish reading a story, ask a student to create an alternative ending. While analyzing video interviews, ask him/her to imagine “What if” (What if she didn’t come in time, what if she didn’t smile etc.).

Find more ideas here

Students with a Pre-intermediate level of English attending an interview 

This case is a bit harder than the previous one. Some teachers even say it’s impossible to teach Business English to low-level learners. Anyway, nowadays students want more and more, so we have to adapt our programme to their needs.

Read an article about this challenge. You may read it later, but now let’s focus on interviews. At this level, it’s important not just practise speaking and listening skills, but also enlarge topic-related vocabulary, work on CV. 

We’re going to give some general recommendations.

Must-do activities

— Learn basic vocabulary 

It’s impossible to get ready for all questions to be asked, but there are some that your students are guaranteed to get asked. Enlarge your student’s vocabulary so that he/she will be able to answer the core interview questions like:

1. Tell me about yourself (A safe answer is to give a brief overview that covers where you grew up, where you went to school, why you chose your major, any internship experience you have, and why you’re applying for this job). 
2. What are your strengths? Your weaknesses?
3. Give me an example or a situation in which… (This question will be connected with potential workplace scenarios and situations usually about a conflict or difficulty)
4. Tell me about this (title/internship) I see on your resume?
5. What are your longer-term career goals (or where do you see yourself in 5 or 10 years)? 
6. Why are you interested in this role?
7. What do you know about our company?

While working on interviews with low-level learners, don’t forget to give model answers and cliches. I’ve found an amazing video showing typical interview questions and possible answers. In this case, students will feel much more confident during interviews.

— Watch easy videos

It’s better to watch interviews with subtitles.

Tell me about yourself

Answering interview questions 

— Organize more roleplays

It’s a production step and a great chance for your student to demonstrate what he/she has learned after the video. Do not invent new things, just try to repeat dialogues you’ve watched.

Top 10 interview tips to succeed in your job interview. There are a number of
steps you can take to gain the advantage over other job candidates.

1. Find out about the company

You  need to do some research on the company before your job interview.

Knowing about:

• the company culture
• the latest company news
• the structure of the company
• the department or team the
  successful job candidate will join

gives you a real advantage in the interview.

A candidate is expected to enter into a conversation with the interviewer, not
just respond to questions. Having information to hand about the company makes
this possible.

Look at the company’s website and use this company research checklist to get the right company details before
your job interview.

It is a good idea to expand your company research to other
sources of information. The best online resources for finding out company
information are listed at preparing for job interviews

2. Go through your resume

Top 10 interview tips include reading through your resume carefully. Review your resume together with the job posting and any job details that you
have. Make a note of any areas of concern that the interviewer may have.

Plan how to
handle these concerns. If you have gaps in your employment history or a
complicated reason for leaving a company, think about how you will answer
questions relating to these issues. You can get help with dealing with these
tricky interview questions at job interview answers

Are there likely to be any concerns about whether your skills match the job
requirements? One way to overcome this problem is to focus on your transferable
competencies and strengths. These competencies can help compensate for a skills
or knowledge gap. Find out about the core competencies that are regarded as
essential for success in most jobs.

3. Prepare for common job interview questions

Know which interview questions you can expect to be asked. Preparing appropriate
responses will ensure that you are confident and professional in your interview.

It is often difficult to formulate good answers when you are sitting in the
interview hot seat. Preparation and practice will help you manage this. Go
through these top 10 interview questions with sample answers.

4. Prepare for behavioral interview questions

Most companies now use a combination of traditional interview questions and
behavioral interview questions to assess a candidate’s suitability. 

A behavioral question will ask candidates to provide an example of
when they have previously used a skill, competency or behavior. The candidate is
expected to describe the specific experience clearly and concisely.

Top 10 interview tips highlight the importance of being well prepared for these type of questions. It can be a
real challenge to come up with good behavioral examples in the stressful environment
of a job interview.

The behavioral interview guide will help you to identify the
type of behavioral questions you may be asked and to prepare good
behavioral interview answers.

5. Have a list of questions to ask

At some point in the interview you will be asked «Do you have any questions?» It
is critical to your success to be able to come up with a couple of insightful
questions to ask the interviewer. Job candidates who respond with «No, I think
you have covered everything» are putting themselves at a disadvantage.

The
interviewer wants to know that the candidate has spent a reasonable amount of
time thinking about the job opportunity. By having a list of prepared questions
to ask, you are demonstrating a professional and proactive approach to your job
interview.

Get help with preparing your questions at questions to ask the interviewer

6. Include supporting evidence

Impress the interviewer with evidence of your skills, experience and abilities.

Job
references, character references, proof of qualifications and training and
relevant work samples can all provide valid support that you are the right
person for the job. Take the originals and copies of all the documents so that
the interviewer can attach the copies to your job application and resume if he
or she wants.

At the very least include a job reference list that the company
can use to get an employment or personal reference on you.

7. Carry out a
practice interview

Practice your job interview with a friend or family member ahead of time. This
will make the actual interview much easier. Preparation builds self confidence
and self confidence leads to success.

A mock interview will give you the
opportunity to practice your interview questions and answers, to refine your
interview technique and to receive feedback on how you come across in the job
interview.

It gives you the chance to improve where necessary before your proper
interview. Use the mock job interview to get ready for the real thing!

8. Make the right first impression

The first impression you make on a potential employer is crucial to job
interview success. This impression is going to be based on your appearance
including what you are wearing and how you come across in the first few minutes.

Different companies and different jobs require different types
of interview dress. The job candidate needs to find out the company dress code
and dress appropriately for the interview. All aspects of interview dress
are covered at how to dress for an interview

Win from the word go with this top 10 interview tip. Make sure you are punctual for your interview, that you greet the
interviewer properly and that you make a positive impression from the start.

9. Successfully close the interview

The closing stage of the job interview is crucial. You want to leave the
interviewer with the best final impression. A strong close to the
interview will encourage the interviewer to retain a positive picture of you and
your suitability for the job.

There are a number of ways to effectively close the interview. You can find excellent sample closing statements
to use at closing the interview

10. Follow up after the interview

This is integral to top 10 interview tips. Send a thank you note
within 24
hours of your job interview. This is not only the correct interview
etiquette to follow but it also reinforces your interest in the job. It
provides the opportunity to
highlight why you are a good match for the position.

Find out everything
you
need to know about job interview follow up including sample thank you letters and follow up letters.

Interview communication tips and techniques

Top 10 interview tips include how to overcome interview anxiety and how to establish rapport with the interviewer.

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Find out how to answer the top 10 interview questions.

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You’re almost there. Your resume landed you an interview and now it’s time to seal the deal. So what’s the best way to prepare?

To find the answer, I looked back on my interviews, sifted through research, and most importantly, asked employees from today’s most coveted companies. I tried to find deep insights beyond the typical “sit up straight!” and “dress to impress!” tips we hear too much.

Below you’ll find the 12 best tips to help before, during and after your interview.

BEFORE

 1.    Research Earnings Calls, Quarterly Reports & Blog Posts

In today’s world, content is king. Goldman Sachs publishes quarterly reports, Microsoft records its earning calls, and every startup has a blog.

With so much out there, I’m baffled that few of us look past the company’s homepage. It’s like we’re writing an essay on The Odyssey without quoting a single passage from the book.

Example: If you’re interviewing with Google, here’s two ways to answer: “What’s Google’s biggest opportunity in the next 5 years?”

• Weak: “I think wearable technology will be big because Google Glass and Apple Watch represent a new trend that shows…”
• Strong: “Call me geeky, but I was listening to Google’s quarterly earnings call and was blown away by the fact that display advertising hit over $5 billion in the past few years. Therefore, I think that…”

Neither answer is wrong, but the latter says much more. It shows you’ve done your homework and give answers rooted in data.

2.   Use Google Alerts

Keeping up with company news is hard, especially if you’re interviewing with multiple places at once. That’s why Google Alerts is a savior; it’s a tool that emails you anytime a new story appears for a specific term. That way, you learn about current events without searching for them.

 Example: If you’re applying to Creative Artists Agency, follow these steps:

1. Go to www.google.com/alerts
2. Type in “Creative Artists Agency”
3. Put in your email address if you’re not already logged in to Gmail

Soon enough, you’ll get updates on CAA and have more ammo for your interview.

3. Use Social Sweepster To Clean Your Facebook & Twitter

Nowadays, 91% of employers search your social media for any red flags. While most people tell you to watch every single thing you upload, there’s a much easier solution. Use Social Sweepster, an app that detects pictures of red solo cups, beer bottles, and other “suspicious” objects. It even detects profanity from your past posts! Now, that’s f%$king awesome!

“Too many recruiters reject candidate because of something they found on their social platforms” Social Sweepster CEO Tom McGrath says. “We help you create the first impression on your own terms.”

4. Schedule For Tuesday at 10:30 AM

According to Glassdoor, the best time to interview is 10:30 AM on Tuesday. Remember, your interviewer has a world of responsibilities beyond hiring. They’re responding to emails, balancing projects, and meeting tons of other candidates so it’s crucial to consider when they’ll be in the best mental state to meet you.

10:30 AM Tuesday is the sweet spot because you:

• Avoid the bookends. On Mondays and Fridays, employees gear up for the week or wind down. By the same token, avoid the first or last slots of any workday.
• Avoid lunchtime. Immediately before noon, your interviewer may be too hungry to concentrate; immediately after, they may be in a food coma.

But there’s a caveat. Research shows it’s best to take the earliest interview slot «in circumstances under which decisions must be made quickly or without much deliberation because preferences are unconsciously and immediately guided to those options presented first.»

Bottom line: if the firm is hiring for a job starting in a few months, try to interview late morning between Tuesday through Thursday. If the firm is hiring immediately, grab the earliest slot.

5. Craft Your “Story Statement”

 Though most interviews start with the same prompt (“tell me about yourself” or “walk me through your resume”), we blow it off with boring answers like:

I studied [major X] because I really care about making a difference in [industry Y] as you can see through my last job at [company Z]…

This answer is like tearing out the first 200 pages of your autobiography. You leave out everything that gives meaning to why you want this job in the first place. What was your moment of epiphany? How did your childhood influence you? Why does this job move you? Most people don’t answer these questions. They start and end with their professional experience, leaving little to inspire the interviewer.

Next time, use what I call a “Story Statement,” which is a Cliff Notes of your autobiography.

Example: Here’s an amazing Story Statement that Teach For America fellow Kareli Lizarraga used for her interviews.

I grew up in California and Arizona after immigrating to the United States when I was four years old. Since neither of my parents went to college, I relied on my high school teachers to help me apply to top universities. With their support, I was able to attend the University of Pennsylvania. Then I spent a summer at a Washington DC law firm, which represented low-income students and helped me realize that my passion lay within creating educational opportunities for all.

I decided to become a teacher because I see myself so deeply reflected in the stories of so many students in your schools – and that’s why I’m so excited about the opportunity to interview with you today. Like my teachers did for me, I want to impact the next generation of students by supporting them and understanding the experiences they’re facing.

A Story Statement shows that you’re a person, not just a professional.  It also makes it easy for your interviewer to predict the next chapter of your story. For Kareli, Teach For America is a logical next step. Of course, if she interviewed for Apple, she may change her Story Statement to include an early experience with her first computer and talk about how her passion for tech grew from there. For a Bain interview, she could mention how she started problem solving at a young age and now wants to do it on a big scale.

Chances are, we’ve all had experiences we can connect to where we’re trying to go. It’s just a matter of selecting the right ones to tell our story. That said, if you struggle to craft your Story Statement for a particular interview, you might be applying for the wrong job.

6. Wear a Subtle Fashion Statement

We already know dressing well makes a difference. But what if we took our attention to detail a step further? That’s exactly what Morgan Stanley analyst Julio German Arias Castillo did for his interviews.

“Wear something that represents your culture or background,” he says. “In my case, I always wear a pin of the Panamanian flag on my suit lapel. Most of my interviewers ask about it so it becomes a chance to discuss my upbringing and love of my homeland.”

Julio created a conversation starter with his clothing. Depending on the company, you can be more playful: wear a bracelet from your recent travels to India, a tie with a quirky pattern, or — if you can pull it off — a small mockingjay pin if you’re a Hunger Games fan. As long as it’s subtle and tasteful, your fashion statement can build rapport through fun conversations about your hometown or mutual love for Katniss Everdeen.

7. Prepare for The “What’s Your Weakness?” Question

 Most people overthink this question and give a canned answer like “I’m too much of a perfectionist!” Others give a genuine answer but still fall short of what this question is really asking. It’s not about admitting your weaknesses. It’s about showing how you overcome them. What systems have you put in place? What progress have you made? Include those thoughts to strengthen your answer.

Example:

• Weak: “My weakness is that I struggle to run efficient meetings…”
• Strong: “I sometimes struggle to run efficient meetings. But I’ve worked to improve by drafting an agenda before every meeting, sending it to all participants, and then following up with a recap and clear action items so everyone knows what to do moving forward.”

8. Brainstorm 3 “PAR” Anecdotes

Your interview is as memorable as the stories you share. Many people have fascinating experiences but forget them when they’re on the spot.  To remedy this, have three anecdotes ready to plug into your interview. Your anecdotes should follow a simple format:

1. Problem – what was the situation?
2. Action – what did you do to solve it?
3. Result – what changed afterwards?

With this format, you can adapt your PAR anecdotes to fit a variety of questions such as “tell me about a time you worked with a team” or “when have you struggled most?”

Example: University of Pennsylvania Senior Hunter Horsley has a terrific PAR anecdote for his interviews.

• Problem: “When I worked on Lore, an education tech startup, our big marketing challenge was finding a way to get professors to try our product. Ads are inefficient and competitors like Blackboard and Canvas had sales teams call IT administrators to sign multi-year contracts — a very slow and expensive process. We needed to move faster.»
• Action: «We realized that students preferred our product so we teamed up with about 200 students from 100 colleges. They developed a custom outreach plan for their campus and we provided resources to support them.”
• Result: “This was highly effective in creating awareness with professors. In fact, it became a competitive advantage. During our first two semesters, our team of 15 people drove adoption that outpaced a competing product launched by Pearson at the same time. An additional benefit was that the approach created brand affinity. Because professors heard about the tool from students instead of an ad, the value proposition came across more authentically.»

DURING

9.    Think Aloud on Analytical Questions

Some interviews include tough analytical questions. Whether you’re solving for an exact number (“what’s the EBITDA of Company X?”) or rough estimate (“how many ping pong balls can fit in a Boeing 777?”), it’s important to talk through your thinking. Don’t just give an answer; show how you got there.

Example: Consider these two answers to “How many lawn mowers are there today in the United States?”

• Weak: After 45 seconds of silence, you blurt out “75 million!”
• Strong: You’re talking the entire way through, sharing your calculations and assumptions.

“Let’s start from the top down. Assuming the US population is 300 million and each household averages 3 people, then we have 100 million families in the US. Let’s assume urban households don’t have lawns to mow and therefore only suburban and rural families buy lawnmowers. If roughly 25% of America is urban and 75% is suburban and rural then we have 75 million households that own a lawnmower.”

(side note: it’s okay to make assumptions and for those assumptions to be off. But that’s why you need to communicate them first).

This is a great way to show your communication skills alongside your analytical ones. Plus, if you make an error, it’s easier to know where you went wrong and fix it.

10. Ask Questions That Kill Two Birds With One Stone

At the end of your interview, it’ll be your turn to ask a few questions. This is a perfect opportunity to kill two birds with one stone – that is, asking a genuine question while conveying something new about you. Most people just do the first part and forgo a final chance to impress the interviewer.

Example:

• Weak: Will this role provide opportunities to work in emerging markets?
• Strong: I’m passionate about languages and minored in Arabic in college. Will this role provide opportunities to work in emerging markets in the Middle East?

• Weak: Are there opportunities for community service?
• Strong: I used to work with Habitat for Humanity and was so grateful for the opportunity to give back. For a full time employee, are there company-wide community service events that I could take part in?

• Weak: What’s [Company X]’s fastest growing division?
• Strong: According to your quarterly report, your revenues grew by 17%. Is that because of a particular division within the company?

This works beautifully if you haven’t found a natural way to bring up an accomplishment or cite a publication beforehand.

11. Grow A Backbone & Ask This Final Question

This one takes guts — and that’s why I love it. Spredfast Product Manager Luke Fernandez says it’s the “single piece of advice that has consistently made a difference.”

Before your interview ends, ask this one last question: «Have I said anything in this interview or given you any other reason to doubt that I am a good fit for the role?»

“It’s bold, but if delivered honestly, it displays true desire and confidence,” Luke said. “I’ve been commended for that specific question in interviews with Google, YouTube, BCG, Deloitte, Twitter, and Spredfast. In one situation, the interviewer actually said yes and gave me the chance to clarify something that would have otherwise lost me an offer.”

Talk about badass!

AFTER

12. Email a Personalized Thank You Note

Thank your interviewer within 24 hours of finishing. It not only shows your gratitude, it also combats recency bias if you interviewed early. Not to mention, it opens the door for dialogue even if you don’t get the job. Sometimes, recruiters reach back out on the same email thread months later, mentioning new job opportunities.

 Example: Accenture senior analyst Anthony Scafidi shared a wonderful email from Robert Hsu, an interviewee whose follow up email shows how to do it right.

Hi Anthony,

Appreciate your taking the time to chat with me today. I really enjoyed hearing about your two projects so far, how much you love the people at Accenture, and how you’ve been able to continue your community service work even while working. (Hope you had a good meeting with your mentee!) Best wishes on your current project.

Sincerely,

Robert

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This article wouldn’t be possible without the contributions of so many amazing people: Aaron Frazin, Adam Grant, Ali Kriegsman, Anita Saggurti, Anthony Scafidi, Ariel Koren, Arjun Mahadevan, Alex Rodrigues, Ashim Midha, Avery Rosin, Ben Altman, Benjamin Shyong, Blake Davis, Chris Zeoli, CJ Gallopo, Daniel Orbach, David Hirsch, David Pestell, David Waitforit Nassau, Diana T Luong, Drew Meyers, Edward Lando, Elynn Lee, Eric Mueller, Guillaume de Zwirek, Gus Horwith, Hunter Horsley, Jack Dreifuss, Jason Ketover, Jeff Kozloff, Jimmy Cowles, John Hoffman, Jordan Silverman, Josh Dembowitz, Julio German Arias, Kareli Lizarraga, Kelly Azevedo, Laura Dochtermann, Lamar Gary, Liz Wessel, Liz Yepsen, Luis Vargas, Luke Fernandez, Marc Habib, Matt Rosenberg, Naman Shah, Naor Chazan, Nate Desmond, Nathalie Arbel, Parks Thompson, Rebecca Schmierer, Robin Bhaduri, Ryan Abramson, Scott Myslinski, Shaily Hakimian, Steph Kotnik & Vini Saggurti.

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