Job interviews are the worst. Good thing we've got tons of real talk tips.
Career Contessa has been writing articles about everything career-related for years now so we figured we'd round up some of the best advice on our favorite topics. 'Cause you know, who wants to go wading through the archives?
Bookmark this page to reference later.
And now: the job interview.
The Basics
- Mastering the Art of the Interview: Before, During, and After - Our 101 guide. If you're strapped for time, just hit this.
- The One-Step Method to Acing Your Interview - G'head, you know you want to know.
- Checklist: Everything You Need to Bring to an Interview - There's way more to it than simply printing copies of your resume.
- Interview Outfit Do’s and Don’ts - The best advice from fashion entrepreneurs (so you know it's good).
- What Your Body Language Says About You In An Interview - Who knew?
- Ace The Video Interview— Even when you're not in-person, you can impress.
- 15 Phone Interview Tips - it all starts with the phone interview.
Interview Questions
- The Big 10: The Perfect Answers to Common Interview Questions - Interview prep is key. This is the perfect checklist to get you started.
- The 10 Interview Questions CEOS Love to Ask - Even more questions for the over-achiever in all of us.
- Here’s How You Answer the Dreaded Salary Interview Question - It really is dreadful, isn't it?
- How to Answer “Why Are You Looking for a New Job?” - CC founder, Lauren McGoodwin, weighs in.
- The Most Revealing Questions You Should Ask Your Interviewer - That's right. The tables have turned.
Interview Mistakes
- 5 Common Interview Mistakes and How to Avoid Them - Knowing the common traps will save you from yourself.
- 5 Bad Interview Answers - Learn what you need to say instead
- This Is Why You Didn't Get Called Back After the Interview - Ouch. Don't let these get in your way.
Post-Interview
- The Fine Art of Thank You Notes - This step (and template) are crucial.
- How to Write a Standout Follow-Up - For the times you don’t hear back, that subtle “Remember me?” can make all the difference. JUST BECAUSE SOME ADVICE DOESN'T FIT INTO A CATEGORY DOESN'T MEAN IT ISN'T GOLD.
More Good Reads
- Wondering How to Explain that Gap in Your Work History? - Whether you had a kid, traveled the globe, or just spent a period facing scary unemployment, we've got answers.
- Endless Interviews, but No Offers? Here’s Our Secret to Landing the Job - We feel your frustration. Here's a nice reset.
- 8 Tips for Combatting Gender Bias in an Interview - Ladies unite!
- Informational Interview 101 - We love 'em. And while they're not exactly job interviews, they're key to a successful job hunt.
