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Candidate Preparation

"Not a professional interviewer...what steps will we be taking today...?"

• When asked, "Tell me about yourself."  (spend 2-3 minutes)  Background, Education, etc...
  
  Ask employer, "From your perspective, what do you require for a (position title) to do?  Ask what they need.
  Speak to their needs.

• Ask, "What is the #1 priority in this position?"  Expand on that point.

• Ask, "What are the first year's goals in this position?"

• Ask, "What obstacles do you see that could stop you from meeting these goals?"  Expand on your background to support how you have overcome similar obstacles.

• Candidate - Make list of goals and have it in writing.

• List 8 to 10 questions that you need answered to make a career change: 
  - Type of company, type of employer/interviewer (Who else will I be interfacing with?), Projects (past, present and future).

• Do not discuss salary.  "As much as the position is worth", or along those lines.

• Close for the job - Ask the employer to review, then hit him with questions first:  Ask the employer - "Do I have the qualifications you are looking for?"

• Call me.