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Jayden
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What kind of schedule comes with this type of position?
I am currently practicing asking questions for future interviews
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Melanie Silverman
Chief Clinical Officer
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Laguna Beach, California
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Hi Jayden,
First of all, I LOVE that you are preparing for interviews. This is so important. I have interviewed hundreds of people during my career and I would love to offer you important advice for the interview to go well. Here goes:
1.). Be prepared! You have to know about the company (or school) you are interviewing for. Find out everything you can about the company and be prepared for someone to ask you, "So what do you know about our company?" Have about three confident answers to that question. Don't talk for too long about it, but know what you are going to tell them. Practice your answers out loud before you interview.
2.) Dress professionally! Some people may disagree with me, but I do think it is still important. If you are in video or in-person, your clothing makes a statement. You don't have to dress up like you're going to a wedding, but you do need to look professional. It sends a signal to your interviewer. Some interviewers may not care, but for those who do, it's better to dress professionally. You never know who you are going to have interview you. Also, if this is a video interview, make sure there are no distractions in the video and that you are centered on the screen.
3.). Ask questions! Ask questions about the company such as, "Do people like their jobs at your company? Can you explain why?" or "What do you expect from me the first six months or a year at this company?" or "What opportunities for professional growth do you have for me?" or "What are some of the difficult things about working at the company?" or "Do people stay for a long time at your company or is there a high turnover?"
4.). Thank you notes! Make sure to send a follow-up email to thank the interviewer for their time. Again, some may disagree with me, but I think this shows you care and want to thank people for your time. Make sure you check for proper spelling and punctuation when you send that note.
I do hope this helps you! Interviews can be kind of scary, but if you spend the time to really prepare about the company (or school) and practice, you are going to do beautifully! I just know it.
All the best,
Melanie
First of all, I LOVE that you are preparing for interviews. This is so important. I have interviewed hundreds of people during my career and I would love to offer you important advice for the interview to go well. Here goes:
1.). Be prepared! You have to know about the company (or school) you are interviewing for. Find out everything you can about the company and be prepared for someone to ask you, "So what do you know about our company?" Have about three confident answers to that question. Don't talk for too long about it, but know what you are going to tell them. Practice your answers out loud before you interview.
2.) Dress professionally! Some people may disagree with me, but I do think it is still important. If you are in video or in-person, your clothing makes a statement. You don't have to dress up like you're going to a wedding, but you do need to look professional. It sends a signal to your interviewer. Some interviewers may not care, but for those who do, it's better to dress professionally. You never know who you are going to have interview you. Also, if this is a video interview, make sure there are no distractions in the video and that you are centered on the screen.
3.). Ask questions! Ask questions about the company such as, "Do people like their jobs at your company? Can you explain why?" or "What do you expect from me the first six months or a year at this company?" or "What opportunities for professional growth do you have for me?" or "What are some of the difficult things about working at the company?" or "Do people stay for a long time at your company or is there a high turnover?"
4.). Thank you notes! Make sure to send a follow-up email to thank the interviewer for their time. Again, some may disagree with me, but I think this shows you care and want to thank people for your time. Make sure you check for proper spelling and punctuation when you send that note.
I do hope this helps you! Interviews can be kind of scary, but if you spend the time to really prepare about the company (or school) and practice, you are going to do beautifully! I just know it.
All the best,
Melanie
James Constantine Frangos
Consultant Dietitian & Software Developer since 1972 => Nutrition Education => Health & Longevity => Self-Actualization.
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James Constantine’s Answer
Hello Jayden,
The Work Schedule for a Software Engineer
A software engineer’s schedule often depends on the type of company and the specific project they are working on. However, there are some general trends that can be observed in the work schedule for this type of position.
Flexibility in Work Hours
Software engineers often enjoy a degree of flexibility in their work hours. Many companies allow engineers to work when they are most productive, whether that be early in the morning or late at night. According to Indeed, software engineers can have significant control over their work schedules, particularly if they work remotely.
Project Deadlines
Despite this flexibility, software engineers may need to work longer hours when a project has a tight deadline. According to Glassdoor, software engineers can expect to work 40 hours per week on average, but this can increase during crunch times.
Meetings and Collaboration
Software engineers also need to set aside time for meetings and collaboration with their team members. These meetings can include daily stand-ups, design discussions, and code reviews. The Balance Careers states that software engineers can spend up to 50% of their time in meetings and collaborating with others.
On-call Duties
Some software engineers may also have on-call duties, where they need to be available to respond to issues outside of regular business hours. This is more common in positions that involve maintaining critical systems or applications. Coding Career Master mentions that on-call duties can add an extra level of unpredictability to a software engineer’s schedule.
Authoritative Reference Titles:
Indeed: How Software Engineers Can Achieve Work-Life Balance - This source provides insights into the work-life balance of software engineers, including their work schedules and the flexibility they enjoy in their work hours. It was used to provide information on the flexibility and control that software engineers have over their schedules.
Glassdoor: What Is the Typical Software Engineer Schedule? - This source provides an overview of the typical work schedule for software engineers, including the number of hours they work per week and the potential for longer hours during crunch times. It was used to provide information on the average work hours and the potential for increased hours during deadlines.
The Balance Careers: Software Engineer Work Schedule: What You Need To Know - This source provides a detailed breakdown of the different components of a software engineer’s schedule, including meetings, collaboration, and on-call duties. It was used to provide information on the various components of a software engineer’s schedule beyond just their regular work hours.
GOD BLESS YOU!
James Constantine.
The Work Schedule for a Software Engineer
A software engineer’s schedule often depends on the type of company and the specific project they are working on. However, there are some general trends that can be observed in the work schedule for this type of position.
Flexibility in Work Hours
Software engineers often enjoy a degree of flexibility in their work hours. Many companies allow engineers to work when they are most productive, whether that be early in the morning or late at night. According to Indeed, software engineers can have significant control over their work schedules, particularly if they work remotely.
Project Deadlines
Despite this flexibility, software engineers may need to work longer hours when a project has a tight deadline. According to Glassdoor, software engineers can expect to work 40 hours per week on average, but this can increase during crunch times.
Meetings and Collaboration
Software engineers also need to set aside time for meetings and collaboration with their team members. These meetings can include daily stand-ups, design discussions, and code reviews. The Balance Careers states that software engineers can spend up to 50% of their time in meetings and collaborating with others.
On-call Duties
Some software engineers may also have on-call duties, where they need to be available to respond to issues outside of regular business hours. This is more common in positions that involve maintaining critical systems or applications. Coding Career Master mentions that on-call duties can add an extra level of unpredictability to a software engineer’s schedule.
Authoritative Reference Titles:
Indeed: How Software Engineers Can Achieve Work-Life Balance - This source provides insights into the work-life balance of software engineers, including their work schedules and the flexibility they enjoy in their work hours. It was used to provide information on the flexibility and control that software engineers have over their schedules.
Glassdoor: What Is the Typical Software Engineer Schedule? - This source provides an overview of the typical work schedule for software engineers, including the number of hours they work per week and the potential for longer hours during crunch times. It was used to provide information on the average work hours and the potential for increased hours during deadlines.
The Balance Careers: Software Engineer Work Schedule: What You Need To Know - This source provides a detailed breakdown of the different components of a software engineer’s schedule, including meetings, collaboration, and on-call duties. It was used to provide information on the various components of a software engineer’s schedule beyond just their regular work hours.
GOD BLESS YOU!
James Constantine.
Amy Lloyd
Contract Management
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Woodbine, Maryland
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Amy’s Answer
Hello Jayden! I love that you are preparing for interviews. This gives you a definite advantage over candidates that don't prepare. Based on your question, I'm guessing you have gotten to the " What questions do you have for us?" portion of the interview, where you are invited to ask questions. First thing to note is that the interview is not over. This is really important part and gives you the opportunity to interview the company and understand if this will be a fit for you. It also gives you a chance to reinforce any of your qualifications and your interest in the job. I've had candidates blow their chance in this section and had candidates that moved themselves to the top of my list based on this portion.
Never, say I don't have any questions. I would always have at least 1 or 2. You don't need a long list and chances are the interviewer has only left time for a couple of questions.
Here are some questions that are good to ask:
What does a typical day look like?
What qualities do your most successful employees have?
What are the opportunities for growth and are there any formalized development programs?
Another thing you can do is do a follow-up to something in the interview. Ask like this" You mentioned that X is really important, can you tell me more about that"? This shows that you were paying attention, not just waiting to answer more questions.
Why ask these? They show interest in the job, company and your desire to build a career. An employer is looking for stability in their workforce and people who desire to move up. If you have done your homework about the company, you can weave that into these questions and make it even stronger.
Like this: "I see from your website that you have a leadership development program, what would be the timeline for someone new like me to get into that program?"
What not to ask:
What exactly is this job?
What hours will I have to work?
How much is the pay, do I get vacation time....
Why not ask these? They are all reasonable questions, but wait until they have decided they want you, then ask these questions. You may have the opportunity to negotiate some at that point, but if you ask in the interview you may turn off the interviewer.
My best advice is to practice, prepare and be yourself. Good luck!
Never, say I don't have any questions. I would always have at least 1 or 2. You don't need a long list and chances are the interviewer has only left time for a couple of questions.
Here are some questions that are good to ask:
What does a typical day look like?
What qualities do your most successful employees have?
What are the opportunities for growth and are there any formalized development programs?
Another thing you can do is do a follow-up to something in the interview. Ask like this" You mentioned that X is really important, can you tell me more about that"? This shows that you were paying attention, not just waiting to answer more questions.
Why ask these? They show interest in the job, company and your desire to build a career. An employer is looking for stability in their workforce and people who desire to move up. If you have done your homework about the company, you can weave that into these questions and make it even stronger.
Like this: "I see from your website that you have a leadership development program, what would be the timeline for someone new like me to get into that program?"
What not to ask:
What exactly is this job?
What hours will I have to work?
How much is the pay, do I get vacation time....
Why not ask these? They are all reasonable questions, but wait until they have decided they want you, then ask these questions. You may have the opportunity to negotiate some at that point, but if you ask in the interview you may turn off the interviewer.
My best advice is to practice, prepare and be yourself. Good luck!
Anthony Petrello
Pharmacist
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Medford, New York
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Anthony’s Answer
Hi Jayden, I am not sure what position you are interviewing for but as silly as it sounds I have found ChatGPT to be a great resource for interviewing. Try copy and pasting the job description into the chat and then asking for sample interview questions. I usually then type my response to the questions and ask for my response to be graded. Although this doesn’t directly help your verbal responses, it gives you a good idea of what questions to expect and how to answer them.
For what it’s worth ChatGPT is also a great resource for applying to positions such as a resource to review your resume and cover letter.
Best,
Anthony
For what it’s worth ChatGPT is also a great resource for applying to positions such as a resource to review your resume and cover letter.
Best,
Anthony
Donna Rothrock
Pharmacist
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Myerstown, Pennsylvania
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Donna’s Answer
Asking questions is always a good way to show preparedness and interest. Some ideas towards good questions are items such as how is performance measured . . . are there opportunities for growth. . . What is the work culture like here (ie are they a well oiled team, are there kinks to help resolve, are they new and building etc). . . What is the customer culture like. . . What's issue or problems has this site been experiencing that maybe I could help work to find resolution. It's always good to know what type of energy you are.walking into, how you can show your skills +/-show improvement, and help show growth and benefit from your presence.
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