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Play it cool. Take nothing.
Assume they’ve seen your book already. If they haven’t, they can access it on their laptop.
Taking notes suggests a power imbalance and that you are the subordinate. Be their equal. Don’t think of this as an interview; it’s a conversation. You both need to ask each other questions to see if it’s a mutual fit.
Went with nothing. It felt right, so thanks!
If you do bring your laptop, have your work on a pdf so you’re not trying to log into their WiFi and needing passwords and stuff . It will save some stress maybe ? Idk
Or use your phone as a wifi router 💅
You can take notes. It helps with your follow up email. But, just have a small piece of paper with you. Don’t need to be a full notebook. Honestly, I just ripped a piece of paper off the notepad they had in the room. Hahaha
Bring your laptop, just in case. But, don’t worry about pulling it out. They’ve most likely already have seen and like your work. You wouldn’t be there if they didn’t.
Did my first in-person interview since 2017 and it was odd. But, good.
You’re there for a vibe check. Be yourself. Ask questions, and you’ll be fine.
lol They said something interesting about the job that I didn’t want to forget. So, I asked if it’d be cool if I jotted some notes down.
Note taking during interviews is expected. I wouldn’t over think it. I forgot to pack a notebook and didn’t want to rummage through my bag for a piece of scrap paper.
I once had someone bring me a chocolate cake. They got a 2nd interview. Because we barely spoke thru the fudge on our faces.
If I’ve learned anything from this thread, it’s that I should have requested chocolate cake be provided! I only interview when provided snacks!
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Rehearse properly and you won’t need anything else.
If it’s with WPP take some milk and your own chair.
Haha couldn’t pay me, I don’t do BYO