Following are some good reasons to conduct informational interviews:
to explore careers and clarify your career goal
to expand your professional network
to build confidence for your job interviews
to access the most up-to-date career information
to identify your professional strengths and weaknesses
You gain invaluable 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.
