Preparing for later-stage interviews

- So you absolutely crushed your first interview, and now they want to bring you back in to meet more team members. How exciting, yet intimidating. Every company will be different in how they manage their recruiting processes. There's no one-size-fits-all approach to preparing for later-round interviews. However, there are some general guidelines that are universal to the majority of climate companies. Follow these five tips to make sure your interview leads to a job. First, rinse and repeat. Make sure you repeat everything we discussed in the previous video. It all still rings true at this stage in the process. Second, lock in a chain of communication by following up after your first interview. Your note should include a reflection on your discussion, a heartfelt thank you, why you're excited about the position, and what sets you apart. You should send a separate thank you to every person you spoke with. Make it unique to each individual. If you don't have everyone's email, it's perfectly okay to ask your point of contact at the company. Third, be memorable. Don't get too caught up in the technicalities of the process and forget to showcase your personality. Remember, they're assessing you in your hard skills and your cultural fit. Reflect on your research here and try to relate to the company's core values. Is integrity part of their mission statement? Share stories and examples that highlight your morals. Fourth and most importantly, show your passion for their climate mission. As you know by now, climate founders want you to be deeply aligned with their work. At smaller companies, it's likely that you'll meet with founders in your later-stage interviews. They are expecting you to sell them on this. Fifth, close out the interview well. This is your last chance to leave a good taste in their mouth. Before logging off or leaving the onsite, you should clear the air and see if they have any last questions about you or your background. You should also ask about the next steps and what timeline to expect. Many job seekers are nervous to do this, but it shows that you're genuinely invested. Lastly, be explicitly clear that you want the job and give a few reasons why. Many job seekers are nervous to appear too eager and shy away from sounding enthusiastic about the role. However, this vulnerability does the opposite. It conveys that you're invested and it sets you apart from the competition. Don't let your ego get in the way of landing your dream job. Put yourself out there and sell your commitment. Now that you're armed with tactical advice for laying the foundation for your job search, crafting your why statement, networking, writing your resume, applying for jobs, and interviewing, you should be ready to put this knowledge to work.