Setting Up Informational Interviews
The best people to approach for informational interviews
are those you know personally--i.e., your sister's roommate,
your old babysitter. Simply phone them and say, "I'm
interested in investigating "X" career/industry/company.
Would you be able to spare half an hour sometime in the next
few weeks to share your thoughts with me?"
Chances are they'll be flattered and immediately agree to
choose a mutually convenient date (which you'll confirm the
day before). Your next task? The preparation
stage.
If they happen to say no, don't take it personally. It could
be they're uncomfortable speaking about their job or company
for a reason that's totally unrelated to you. Maybe they're
unhappy with their job. Maybe their company was just sold.
Simply thank them, and ask if they know of anyone who might
be able to help you. Then move on.
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