Doing an interview unprepared. Would you wing it? Or cancel? 😔

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Unprepared how? If you have enough time to cancel, you should have enough time to google the company and review the job description yeah? If you’re affable, I’d just wing it. If you typically struggle with these things and need to have a hypothetical script written out in your head before you can feel comfortable, then reschedule. Just know that rescheduling an interview can sometimes tarnish your image before they even meet you.

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I haven't prepared for interviews since I learned the basics in college

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I always look up the interviewer beforehand (if I have their name). Sometimes, I'm able to make some personal connections or ask a personal career question.

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I usually prepare the day before. I write out common interview questions and answer them.

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