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how do i prepare for interviews again?

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Cece Xie
Apr 19, 2023
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Hi Cece! I watched the videos in your playlist for interviewing and was curious if you had more insight on interviewing for jobs post-law school. I have been in my current government attorney role for almost 5 years and recently decided to pursue new, more stimulating opportunities in the private sector. I feel that my interview skills are rusty and was wondering if you had any tips on how best to prepare for interviews if it’s been a minute. Thank you in advance for your help! I really enjoy your content :-)

- Claudia

Hey Claudia! Apart from conducting as much public research on your interviewers as you can, using the STAR method in responses, and rehearsing a narrative that connects your past experience with the role you’re interviewing for, I would say that the elements of interviewing which are specific to non-entry level interviewing are:

  • Be prepared to answer why you’re looking for a change. Ideally, this should be a part of your pre-planned narrative/“tell me about yourself” that …

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