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Job searching, concretely
Our articles on job searching: applying, following up, interviewing, negotiating. Written from what we see happening on Prepint.
Common Interview Questions and How to Answer Them (12 Examples)
The 12 interview questions that come up almost everywhere, what the interviewer is really testing, and how to structure a strong answer to each.
Read the articleHow to Follow Up After an Interview With No Response (Templates)
How long to wait, who to email, and three follow-up templates for when the recruiter goes quiet after your interview.
Read the articleHow to Track Job Applications: A 5-Rule System That Works
How to organize your job application tracking so you never forget a follow-up: what to record, how often to review, and which tool to use.
Read the articleQuestions to Ask at the End of an Interview (and Ones to Avoid)
"Do you have any questions for us?" Good questions to ask each type of interviewer, the ones to avoid, and how to spot a red flag in the answers.
Read the article"What Are Your Salary Expectations?" How to Answer, Then Negotiate
How to answer the salary question in an interview without underselling yourself, with scripts for early-stage and late-stage conversations.
Read the articleThe STAR Method for Interviews: Structure, Examples and Practice
How to use the STAR method to answer behavioral interview questions, with a worked example, common mistakes and a way to practice.
Read the article"Tell Me About Yourself": How to Answer in an Interview
Structure your answer to "tell me about yourself" in three parts and under two minutes, without reciting your resume or your life story.
Read the articleThank-You Email After an Interview: When to Send It and What to Say
Should you send a thank-you note after an interview? Yes. Here's the timing, what to include, and three templates for different interviewers.
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