The Informational Interview

This video covers the essential elements of informational interviewing to help you learn, look for work, or “prototype” new experiences effectively.

September 29, 2017

Informational interviewing is a powerful way to create new opportunities. This video covers the essential elements of informational interviewing to help you learn, look for work, or “prototype” new experiences effectively.

This video was adapted from the Designing Your Life course from the Stanford Life Design Lab. Check out all six of our animated shorts on Designing Your Career.

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