Interviews
Part of: Hiring & Careers
Job Interview Tips, Preparation Guides, and Advice
A job interview is one of the most important steps in the hiring process. Whether you’re preparing for your first interview, changing careers, or applying for a new position, knowing what employers look for helps you walk in more confident and improves your chances of getting hired.
The Worker Wisdom Interviews hub covers every stage of the process — preparing and researching the employer, phone and video formats, answering the questions that come up in almost every interview, knowing which questions an employer isn’t allowed to ask, and following up afterward.
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Table of Contents
Interview Preparation
What to do before you walk in — researching the employer, practicing your answers, and making a strong first impression.
- How to Prepare for a Job Interview
- How to Dress for an Interview
- The STAR Method: What It Is and How to Apply It
- Questions to Ask During a Job Interview
Interview Types
Different employers use different formats. Here’s what to expect and how to prepare for each.
Interview Questions and Answers
The questions that come up in nearly every interview, and how to answer them well.
- How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself”
- “Tell Me About Yourself”: What Not to Say
- How to Answer “Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?”
- Why Should We Hire You?
- Good “What Are Your Weaknesses?” Answers
- Top Interview Weaknesses and How to Address Them
Questions About Pay — and Questions They Can’t Ask
Not every question in an interview is fair game, and some aren’t legal. Know the difference before you’re sitting across the table.
- What Questions Are Illegal in a Job Interview?
- 5 Illegal Interview Questions and How to Answer Them
- Can an Employer Ask My Salary History in an Interview?
- Age in an Interview
- How to Answer Salary Expectations
- What to Say for Desired Salary
- What to Put in Desired Salary
- Salary Expectations
When Interviews Aren’t Going Your Way
If you’re getting interviews but no offers — or not getting interviews at all — start here.
- 12 Reasons Why You Are Not Getting an Interview
- Why Am I Not Getting Hired?
- Job Application Rejection Reasons
- Why Employers Require a Job Application When You Already Submitted a Resume
After the Interview
Following up, references, and the checks that happen before an offer.
- How to Write a Thank-You Email After an Interview
- Do Employers Actually Call References?
- “May We Contact This Employer?” How to Answer
- What Does a Background Check Show?
- Background Check for a Job
- Can a Company Withdraw a Job Offer?
- Can You Negotiate a Salary After Receiving a Job Offer?
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Disclaimer
The articles on this page are for general informational purposes only and aren’t legal advice. Employment and hiring laws vary by state and change over time. If you believe an employer has asked unlawful interview questions or denied you a job for an unlawful reason, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state. Please read our Terms and Conditions.