225: The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Researching Companies

225: The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Researching Companies

From Interview Boss by Interview Boss

May 14, 2026 · 28 min · Season 6 · Episode 16

About this episode

This episode discusses common mistakes candidates make when researching companies for interviews and how to effectively communicate that research.

Researching the company before an interview sounds simple…but most candidates are either doing too little, way too much, or struggling to explain what they actually found. In this week's episode, we unpack what employers are really looking for when they ask “what do you know about us?” and how much research is actually necessary. We also cover how to handle surprise phone calls, organise your notes, and communicate your research in a way that feels natural and genuine instead of overly rehearsed. 🏀 Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Mindy who bought us 10 coffees! “One year ago, I was in a really bad place. I knew I needed to get out of my old job for my mental health, but I had no idea what I was doing next. I felt overwhelmed and stuck. Then I found Interview Boss through a friend’s recommendation. I usually hate podcasts, but I binged your show for about forty eight hours straight. I listened nonstop, even on the drive to my interview. I was sweating bullets the whole time, convinced I had no idea what questions they were going to ask and that I was going to screw up. Every time a negative thought popped in, I forced myself to go back to what I wanted to talk about and the things…

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Host: Interview Boss

Topics covered

  • interview preparation
  • company research
  • candidate mistakes
  • communication skills
  • job interviews

Keywords

  • interview tips
  • company research
  • job interview preparation
  • candidate advice
  • communication techniques

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