Interviewing is always tricky, but even more so when the department is brand new. If you put yourself in the hiring manager’s shoes, the process is just as difficult. Here are some ways you can make your interview, and your experience, smoother:1. Go with the candidates who make it easy to assess their work.
Use case studies
outline past success in a clear order
- what the problem was, what you did to solve it, and the results
- The more numbers you use, the easier it is to see the impact of your work
- Mention the tools you used also helps showcase your expertise
References are key
One of the best ways for a manager to feel comfortable with hiring you is to have excellent references
Career Changes
Dana is the CEO and Co-Founder of Upfront, the first site dedicated to pricing transparency in daycares.
Avoid jargon
It’s easy to slip into jargon when you’re immersed in the work, and not everybody knows what you mean
Don’t insult their work
Frame suggestions as adding rather than replacing
