Sloane & Associates, Inc. has arranged thousands of interviews. 

• Our experience has shown that the first step in the process is to interview yourself: 

  • Thoughtfully assess your current situation

  • Update your resume listing accomplishments

  • Define your goals and your next position. 

• The second step is to be certain that what you desire is not available with your current employer. Before you commit to an outside interview: 

  • Share your goals with your boss.

  • Ask for a raise

• Finally accept interviews with other firms and prepare yourself to accept or reject offers based on the merits of each situation independently. A decision based on how another company responds may be default decision and not in your best interest. 

Proper interview planning will help you achieve the two main objectives of making a positive impression and gathering information.

• A positive impression places the ball in your court. 

  • Dress properly, work on body language, and research the company.

  • Learn what problems need solving and portray your experiences as solutions to those problems. 

• Information leads to your decisions. 

  • What are the expected goals of the position? 

  • What challenges must be overcome to meet the goals? 

  • Is the team together on the expectations of this position? 

Never initiate compensation discussions. Always ask how you did, and confirm the next step in the process.