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Information Interview Worksheet (Aka Professional Coffee Chats)

This document provides a worksheet to help prepare for an information interview, also known as a professional coffee chat. The worksheet prompts the user to identify questions to ask to learn about the contact's career path and industry without directly asking for a job. It reminds the user to connect on a personal level, thank the contact afterwards, and not overstay their welcome. The provided questions cover topics like career progression, industry trends, and personal referrals.

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Information Interview Worksheet (Aka Professional Coffee Chats)

This document provides a worksheet to help prepare for an information interview, also known as a professional coffee chat. The worksheet prompts the user to identify questions to ask to learn about the contact's career path and industry without directly asking for a job. It reminds the user to connect on a personal level, thank the contact afterwards, and not overstay their welcome. The provided questions cover topics like career progression, industry trends, and personal referrals.

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Information Interview Worksheet (aka Professional Coffee Chats)

Use this worksheet to prepare for a professional coffee chat. Identify the questions that you want to ask before
you arrive. Strive to genuinely learn about them and make a personal connection. Don’t ask for a job or promote
yourself aggressively. This should be a mutually beneficial meeting. Keep track o f the time so that you don’t
overstay your welcome. Afterwards, thank them via email, or even better a hand written note.

Name of Contact: Title:

Company/Organization: How did you learn about them:

Phone: Email:

1. How and why did you decide to work in this field?

____________________________________________________________________________________

2. What education or training did you need to get a job in the field?

____________________________________________________________________________________

3. What industry or job did you come from before being employed here?

____________________________________________________________________________________

4. What is a typical day like in your job?

____________________________________________________________________________________

5. Is the field growing and in any particular/new direction?

____________________________________________________________________________________

6. What changes have you seen since you’ve been employed in this industry?

____________________________________________________________________________________

7. What are the biggest challenges your facing in this industry/for the industry in the future?

____________________________________________________________________________________

8. What are the key traits or skills that allow someone to be successful in this field?

____________________________________________________________________________________

9. Who else would it be beneficial for me to talk to?

__________________________________________________________________________________
Other questions from CareerOneStop.com:

• What is a typical day like in your job?


• What do you like most / least about this career?
• Is your job typical of others in this field?
• Are there related fields I might want to look into?
• What makes a resume impressive in your field?
• How do you stay current in your knowledge?
• What's the best way to find out about jobs in this field?
• What is the typical career progression for this position?
• What would you recommend I do at this point to get into this field?
• What are the future trends for this field?
• Is there anyone else you would recommend I talk to in this field?
To learn more about a specific company, ask questions like these:
• What's the corporate culture like here?
• How do you normally hire for this occupation?
• What is the average turnover in this type of job?
• Which firms do you think are your toughest competitors, and how do they differ from your company?
What else do I need to know?
• Make a good impression. This person may provide additional referrals that could lead to a job.
• Keep it short. Limit your initial interview to 15 to 30 minutes based on how the conversation is going.
• End the interview with stating any follow up actions you will take based on their recommendations.
• Thank them for their time and information, and send a thank-you note after your interview.
Source: CareerOneStop.com

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