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INTERVIEW THE INTERVIEWER

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What might I do that would violate the culture of the company during my
interview?
Corporate culture is tricky to describe but putting it this way makes it
easier to understand the culture and to avoid doing something to vio-
late it.

Five Ways to Get Recruiters on Your Side

We all need all the help we can get. A trusting relationship
with a professional recruiter can move your career ahead.
You can do your part to establish that trust by observing the
following guidelines. Remember that the employer compen-
sates recruiters. But it’s a win-win situation. They win when
they refer you for a position you accept.

1. Be up front about your financial needs and goals.
2. Take time to learn about the recruiter’s practice and the
markets he or she serves.
3. Establish the ground rules for how you plan to work to-
gether and avoid duplication of effort.
4. Offer names of other candidates who may fit a recruiter’s
portfolio. In appreciation, the recruiter may set up more in-
terviews for you.
5. Recruiters want you to be successful. Ask them to coach
you for the interviews they arrange.

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