The learner makes an interview preparation plan: the company, the product, the role, and their own achievement stories.
How interview preparation works
Four steps of solid preparation
Interview preparation isn't guessing the questions; it's systematic work. It has four steps: research the company and the product, break down the job requirements, match them to your experience, and prepare specific achievement stories.
Step 1 — the company and the product. Read the company's website, its latest news, its “About Us” page, and its key products. Look at the company's LinkedIn page and the profiles of potential colleagues. Sources: the official website, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, industry media.
Step 2 — the role. Write down the key requirements from the job posting and note which experience you already have and what you'll need to explain separately. This helps you speak to the point rather than in general terms.
Step 3 — achievement stories. Prepare 3–5 stories in advance using the STAR structure (Situation → Task → Action → Result). Each story should illustrate a specific skill this position needs. A measurable result is required.
Step 4 — questions for the interviewer. Think about what you need to know about the role, the team, and expectations. Showing up with no questions is a mistake. More on this in Lesson 3.
Lesson notes
Four steps of solid preparation
Interview preparation isn't guessing the questions; it's systematic work. It has four steps: research the company and the product, break down the job requirements, match them to your experience, and prepare specific achievement stories.
Step 1 — the company and the product. Read the company's website, its latest news, its “About Us” page, and its key products. Look at the company's LinkedIn page and the profiles of potential colleagues. Sources: the official website, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, industry media.
Step 2 — the role. Write down the key requirements from the job posting and note which experience you already have and what you'll need to explain separately. This helps you speak to the point rather than in general terms.
Step 3 — achievement stories. Prepare 3–5 stories in advance using the STAR structure (Situation → Task → Action → Result). Each story should illustrate a specific skill this position needs. A measurable result is required.
Step 4 — questions for the interviewer. Think about what you need to know about the role, the team, and expectations. Showing up with no questions is a mistake. More on this in Lesson 3.