How to master the ‘just a chat’ job interview

About this episode

This episode discusses how informal conversations can influence hiring decisions and offers tips on how to prepare for them.

Informal conversations often shape hiring decisions long before formal interviews begin. Here’s how to prepare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Topics covered

• job interview
• hiring decisions
• preparation
• informal conversations
• career advice

Keywords

• job interview
• hiring
• preparation
• informal chat
• career

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Organizations: Fast Company

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