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Reasons for Conducting Informational Interviews

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Following are some good reasons to conduct informational interviews: To explore careers and clarify your career goals To expand your professional network To build confidence for your job interview To access the most up-to-date career information To identify your professional strengths and weaknesses You gain valuable interviewing experience and you gain visibility. In short, informational interviewing prepares you for what’s in store and allows you the opportunity to network with others in your field of interest. Talking with family, friends or anyone with whom you feel comfortable should reduce the anxiety you may feel about interviewing.