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Boost your confidence in graduate interviews and learn how to answer tough questions from recruiters.

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5 Questions You Should Ask at an Informational Interview

Congratulations! A professional contact agreed to meet you to share details about his or her career with you… but what questions should you ask when the two of you meet?

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What If I Want to Drop Out of an Interview?

Find out what you should do if you changed your mind about joining an employer and you’ve decided to cancel a job interview.

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(Another) 10 Common Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

A recruiter can ask you many questions during a job interview – some questions more common than others. Here is a list of common questions you should be prepared for.

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How to Write a Killer Introduction Email for an Informational Interview

Find out how to compose an email that will score you an informational interview.

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10 Common Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

Don't be caught off-guard in an interview! Try thinking about what you might be asked in advance and come prepared.

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Culture Fit: A Graduate’s Guide

Showing your prospective employer that you’re the right cultural fit will increase your chances of securing the job.

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How to Respond to a Job Interview Invitation

Find out how you should respond to an interview invitation professionally, and the details you may need to clarify with the recruiter. 

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3 Ways to Follow Up After a Job Interview

“We will be in touch” is something jobseekers hear recruiters say all the time at the end of an interview. Here’s how to ensure our interviewers follow through on that promise.

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Perfecting Your Personal Pitch

'Tell me about yourself’ is a tricky but common interview question graduates struggle with. Impress recruiters with a personal pitch and strong self-introduction. 

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Look Your Best to Impress

Leave a positive first impression with a professional attire and proper grooming.

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The Art of Handling Video Interviews

Quick tips for getting past Skype and video interviews.

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Informational Interviews: The Secret Job Search Tool

Want to get an insider’s view into how a profession is like, but don’t want all the stuff that are already on the Internet? Informational interview is just the thing for you!

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