Written By: Danny Chesla
There are many steps to take before you have an interview with a company. However, one of the most important is researching the company ahead of time. One should research the company even before applying to make sure it will be a good fit. Here are some tips brought to you by About.com Careers in order to help you gain the advantage in the interview.
Visit the Company Website
Visit the company website, review the company mission statement and company history, products and services, management, as well as information about the company culture. The information is usually available in the About Us section of the site.
Visit the company website, review the company mission statement and company history, products and services, management, as well as information about the company culture. The information is usually available in the About Us section of the site.
Use LinkedIn
LinkedIn company profiles are a good way to find, at glance, more information on a company you're interested in. You'll be able see your connections at the company, new hires, promotions, jobs posted, related companies, and company statistics. Take a look at your interviewer's profile to get insight into their job and their background.
LinkedIn company profiles are a good way to find, at glance, more information on a company you're interested in. You'll be able see your connections at the company, new hires, promotions, jobs posted, related companies, and company statistics. Take a look at your interviewer's profile to get insight into their job and their background.
Get an Interview Edge
Glassdoor's Interview Questions and Reviews section has a goldmine of information for job seekers. You can find out what candidates for the positions you are interviewing for were asked and get advice on how tough the interview was.
Glassdoor's Interview Questions and Reviews section has a goldmine of information for job seekers. You can find out what candidates for the positions you are interviewing for were asked and get advice on how tough the interview was.
Use Social Media
Check Facebook, Google+ and Twitter. Like or follow the company to get updates. You'll find information you may not have found otherwise.
Check Facebook, Google+ and Twitter. Like or follow the company to get updates. You'll find information you may not have found otherwise.
Google and Google News
Search both Google and Google News for the company name.
Search both Google and Google News for the company name.
Tap Your Connections
If you have a connection that will help you find inside information, use it. Do you know someone who works there? Ask them if they can help. If you're a college grad ask yourCareer Office if they can give you a list of alumni who work there. Then email, send a LinkedIn message or call and ask for assistance.
If you have a connection that will help you find inside information, use it. Do you know someone who works there? Ask them if they can help. If you're a college grad ask yourCareer Office if they can give you a list of alumni who work there. Then email, send a LinkedIn message or call and ask for assistance.
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