Questions

Great question. I can relate. My first career out of high school was my dream job as well - the military.

How to stand out. The hiring team will want to know the answers to questions like;

What do you know about ABC?
Why do you want to work here?
Why you?
What do you do for self improvement?
Where do you see yourself in 3 - 5 years?
etc...

Have genuine, authentic, and compelling answers. Saying, "ABC is my dream job" meets your needs but it wont necessarily meet there needs.

How to stand out? Have just as many genuine and thought provoking questions for them.

If you believe in ABC's culture, then you likely believe in very similar values and behaviours. You'll want to demonstrate you possess those same values, beliefs and behaviours from past experiences.

Consider coming to the interview with your own perspective on improving their existing product/service/experience or even something new.

DO NOT LOOK or SOUND DESPERATE! Think of it in terms of dating... you see someone from across the room and you think to yourself; they would be amazing to dance with, go to dinner, marry, and have 2.5 children. If you say that to them... you're going to look pretty desperate so play it cool. Be confident but not cocky. Be chivalries but not a door mat... etc... get my drift?

And hey, as good as this company is... there are always more great companies out there.

One thing is for sure, culture fit is key you your success as well as theirs. Good luck... you're half way there :)


Answered 11 years ago

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