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Posted By: Staff Editor In: Job Seeker - Interview
Article written by Moshin Manji.
Along with practicing job interview techniques and interview questions, company research is critical before the job interview. Nothing impresses an employer more in the job interview then hearing a candidate speak about their company. This will really show an employer that you really want to work for them and you are determined to succeed. So what should you research and how do you begin? Research the industry, get a perspective of the company and recent activities or accomplishments, find out what products and services they provide, who their competitors are. Also if possible, determine what the company culture is like and read their mission statement.
Here are some valuable guidelines to keep in mind when researching a company online before your job interview:
Company web site: Using search engines such as Google or MSN, find the company. If you already know the URL, go to the company web site. Navigate through the various menu tabs, such as, About Us, Products, Services, Mission and Executive or Management Team. The company web site is the best source of information.
General company information: Look specifically at the "About Us" or "Company History" section as it will give you the profile of the company. Remember all the important information to mention in the job interview.
Determine skills: Prepare a list of the services and products the company offers. Verify how your skills and experience can fit in. Look at the job descriptions pertaining to the position you will be interviewing for.
Keep current: Locate the "News & Information" and "Press Releases" sections if available. This will give you updated information on the new company projects and other changes and company acknowledgments.
Competitors: Who are direct competitors to the company? Search for information about the company's competitors on the company web site or via search engines. This will help you answer strategic questions about company marketing in the job interview.
Blogs and groups: Many reputable companies and their employees and executives post good information about these companies in blogs. Blogs are a great way to get current information about a company. Also, look online for groups and discussion forums.
Other resources: There are many professional databases that develop company profiles for free. If the company is large you may also find information about it in reputable business sites such as Fortune 500 and Forbes. If you choose to do a physical search, most libraries have a business section with stored archived information and annual report for companies.
Researching a company can leave a good first impression employer. Next time you are in a job interview and the employer asks if you know about the company or if you have any questions, impress them and you will get noticed.
Information provided by, Moshin Manji, HRinmotion.
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Posted by: Francisca Armijo
Thank You This a very helpful
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Posted by: Jerry Brower
Yes, it's a good idea to know "who" you're talking to at an interview. ?Definitely do your home-work.Very good tips in this article.
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Posted by: Dave Semones
Appreciate all the reminders !
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Posted by: adebisi martins omokolade
I am presently in the process of finding a job full or part time which will enable me to utilize my training in a productive manner to my employer and the country
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Posted by: adebisi martins omokolade
I am presently in the process of finding a job full or part time which will enable me to utilize my training in a productive manner to my employer.
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Posted by: Douglas Hall
Its too bad this doesn't work as well to guarantee a job with our local city. Your advice is very helpful and I have had to turn down 2 jobs for which I had second interviews because they weren't good enough for me. Having an employer you're excited to work for is great!
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Posted by: Attila Urban
I happened to fall into the situation where my resume is not to atractive to any employer. Resons for that is,over the years I was very determine to finish my education what I was started a long time ago that is why I took allkinds of work so I can survive. For the End, I don't have work history and at the same time I didn't finished my education either. Unless, someone will give me a chance to proove myself what I can and can't do. I am a fast learner. Thanks A.J.U.
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Posted by: Tarris Powell
Very helpful
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Posted by: Nancy
I like the article but it missing something which it had caused me unable to find any job. Legal and Retail absolutely would not accomplish together, either you choose legal or retail. It created a very sensitive objective when you write resume, you had a degree in legal but you had a 15 years experience in retail management.
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Posted by: Javier R.
These Job search tips are real world, cutting edge suggestions. I have been self employed for the past 23 years. Recently I decided to close my doors and enter the job market. All the points touched upon here are essential and I have with some success. I am going on interviews "regularly" these days. THAT IS THE FIRST STEP in the employment process. I am doing the research, dressing the part, and talking up advanceing my education in the field in question. I will be hiered this comming week! 2 companies are giving me a 2nd. interview. These techniques work! Last make sure you have the qualifications needed to fill the position.
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Posted by: David A.
I am intrested in creating a job, not seeking one. I have esperence in railroading,logistics, trucking, sociology, manufacturing, safety,transportation, evening chef and soon will have a degree in horticulture. My goal is to through my experience in a mixing bowl and create a demand. Interview the employer not the other way around.
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Posted by: Augustine
I recently was dismiss from my job 5 days before my probation was up. I was advised by the union rep to request sn exit interview to market myself.I would like to how it will assist me in getting my job back?
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Posted by: Gowit C.
I am looking for Offshore and Onshore job for Oil & Gas industries.I have too much experience in mechanical career approximately 12 years start from trade to professional.
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Posted by: Stan Fremont
All the information associated with the interview process are exceptional and provide an easy guide with great direction of subjects for our personal questions directed to the interviewer.
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Posted by: Emma Mulder
Thank you for giving me some ideas before the interview.
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Posted by: jerry s.
thank you for sending me this information it's very helpful.
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Posted by: Gloria H.
I do believe that doing research on the companybefore going to an interview is very wise. You need to be aware of any policies, dress codes,rules and regulations,benefits,how long they have been in business,or if they stand in good with the Better Business Bureau. Yes, I do need ajob, but I want to be sure that I won't get stuckin a company with a bad reputation,working forsomeone who is not honest with their employeessuch as paying their workers on time and with afair salary, and a safe environment. These arevery important for anyone who is seeking employment. People are so desperate in finding ajob that they'll take anything that comes along,especially in this economy. You have to be verycareful on the internet of what you read as far as employment,and even in the newspaper. Somejob advertisements sounds to good to be true. Aresearch is necessary.
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Posted by: Luan
This is great. Thank you.
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Posted by: Staff Editor
Heidi, here is a link where you can access Free Industry Magazines: http://www.beyond.com/js/careerresources/magazines/
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Posted by: Hiedi
How can I find trade papers?
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Posted by: Emma
I have been out of work for over 10 yrs. I'm trying to get back into the work force and I'm having an extremely hard time finding work due to my long layoff. What can I do to find sufficient work?
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Posted by: Blanche Kirkendoll
I was forced to leave my job because of health problems and I have been trying to find something that I could do at home at, home data entry or some service related job.
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Posted by: terri
this does not tell me where i can go to research a company all i have is the name of the company
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Posted by: Antony Mwangi
i like it, i like it
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Posted by: Yevgeniya Prokoshina
I was wondering what kind of questions you should ask of a hospital especially if applying for pharmacy technician.
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Posted by: debby badejo
thank you staff editor in job seeker and healthcare jobsite. com. This is really awesome and helpful.
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Posted by: Carmen
I was wondering what kind of questions you should ask of a hospital especially if applying for clerical work.
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Posted by: Steve Bernstein
Well said. In my extensive job search I usually have ample time to prepare before my interviews. (See the article on "Body Language")My wife and I role play while I answer questions. I have found that during the interview, the interviewer always asks me if I have any questions. I take the time before hand to research the company and its product/service so that I can ask several intelligent questions about company specifics other than the usual self serving questions. The interviewer always shows delight and willingness to talk about his company and by showing knowlegable interest one makes a great impression. You may even learn some "inside details" about the company that weren't mentioned during the interviewer's presentation. I never make a large purchace without research and I certainly wouldn't consider an employer without that same extensive reasearch.
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Posted by: LJRoy
This is most important if you intend to work in a medical office, or want to work for a company that caters to the medical field.There are some companies and medical fields that prohibit me from working for them because their policies will violate my moral conscience.Unfortunately, this covers most companies these days to one extent or another. I'd rather be as poor as a Benedictine nun, thank you very much.
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Posted by: Gigi_Pittsburgh
Great article...relevant with specific strategies that could readily be taken advantage of today. Thanks! I have been with the same company for 20 years. I used the techniques outlined in this article to investigate my own company (which is under new management). The information gathered helped me better understand the vision and direction of our new leadership and to determine if I was interested in remaining with this organization.
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Posted by: Alba Guerra
Thank you. This article was very refreshing and educational. How do I research a company that is confidencial?
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Posted by: Brenda Hunter
I found this article very informative. I have forwarded this to my family and friends who are out of work. Especially have not had to interview for a while, even thought the experience and skills are there. Since I fall into this category myself this applies to my style of self marketing.
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Posted by: Sharon Rona Tengasantos
They say that knowing what to say will make the employer give you the job, they are wrong. I just went on an interview today but the employer decided she is not going to hire me because I don't have the experience that she is looking for to fill the position.
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Posted by: Anne A. Odone
I was working with US Bank for 11 years until I was placed in a very overcrowded caotic cubical. I hated sitting in a very crowded caotic cubical, so I was let go back in September 2008. I have been trying to look for a better job in a better cubical, but nobody would hire me. I had to go to the Home Care Commission Training Sessions where I got my certificate and I was placed with Registry and Referral with the Oregon Home Care Commission to find more clients back in 2007. I was working with more than 1 client. I lost a lot of clients and now I have only 2 clients working part-time. I need a job now.
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Posted by: Peter Cumberbatch
I am presently in the process of finding a job full or part time which will enable me to utilize my training in a productive manner to my employer.
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