Prepare for an Interview

Landing the interview is a big deal — but the real work starts before you ever walk through the door. The most successful candidates don’t wing it. They research the company, practice their responses, know how to tell their story, and show up dressed to impress. This community gives you every tool you need to do exactly that.

Browse expert articles and career videos covering everything from answering behavioral questions and navigating virtual interviews to standing out in open interviews and proving your skills in today’s competitive job market. Practice mock interviews using WriteSea’s AI-powered interview prep tool, which generates customized questions and feedback based on the specific job you’re targeting. Access an extensive library of LinkedIn Learning courses on interview techniques, behavioral interviewing, the STAR method, and how to ask questions that impress hiring managers — all free with your TSU login. Don’t forget — looking the part matters too. Check out the Career Closet Tailored Tiger and House of Maroon for professional attire to make a strong first impression. Start exploring the resources below and walk into your next interview ready to win!

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Hire Better, Hire Faster with Social Media and Digital Platforms

Taught by Laurie Ruettimann
Social media permanently changed how hiring managers and HR professionals hire people. Now, data suggests that 70% of hiring managers…

The 4-Week Career Reset Series: How to Nail Your Next Interview with Farah Sharghi

Taught by LinkedIn News
The 4-Week Career Reset is a live, four-part series with Andrew Seaman, Editor at Large for Job Search and Careers…

Interview Tips for Finance Professionals

Taught by Jena Viviano
Interviewing for a role in the financial industry can be a nerve-wracking experience. Interviewers ask a ton of complex questions…

Find Your Dream Job: Interview Techniques and Resume Writing

Taught by Chris Croft
Find your dream job. This course is for people who want to be excited to go into work each day.…

How to Succeed in a Case Study Interview

Taught by Jena Viviano
You’ve nailed the first few rounds of interviews, and now you’ve been invited to participate in a case study interview.…

How to Succeed in an Internal Job Interview

Taught by Jena Viviano
Many candidates and even hiring managers consider internal interviews a formality, but taking the process seriously and preparing appropriately can…

Working with Prehire Assessments

Taught by Gabriella Parente
The ability to evaluate a candidate’s future performance in a particular job role is an invaluable skill. It can be…

Interviewing a Job Candidate for Recruiters (2020)

Taught by Barbara Bruno
Few recruiters are trained on how to conduct interviews. But the better the interview, the better you’ll understand your candidates…

Nail Your DevOps Interview

Taught by Michael Jenkins
DevOps engineers are in high demand, but the barriers to entering the field can be intimidating. DevOps roles require an…

Interview Mistakes You Can’t Take Back

Taught by Madecraft
Looking to excel in your next job interview? In this course, Brittany Hayles, an expert career and interview consultant, offers…

Nano Tips for Mastering Job Interviews with Diana YK Chan

Taught by Diana YK Chan
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this course, Diana…

Mastering Common Interview Questions

Taught by Valerie Sutton
Preparing for an interview can be daunting. Learn how to master the top 10 most common interview questions you’ll encounter…

Nail Your C# Interview

Taught by Kathryn Hodge
Applying for C# programming jobs? Learn the programming and non-technical skills needed to land a C# developer position in this…

Interviewing Techniques (2020)

Taught by Barbara Bruno
Successful hiring means successful interviewing. The right techniques can attract the best talent—while eliminating bias and emotion from the process.…

Expert Tips for Answering Common Interview Questions

Taught by Linda Raynier
There are certain questions that interviewers volley at nearly all interviewees—regardless of the position or industry—in an attempt to get…

Job Interview Strategies for UX Designers

Taught by Diane Cronenwett
UX design job interviews evaluate a candidate’s creative aptitude and talent for design thinking. As a result, they often contain…

Internal Interviewing

Taught by Lida Citroën
You see a job posting you’d be perfect for and—best of all—it’s at your current employer. However, current employees don’t…

Creating a Compelling Job Description

Taught by Freda Thomas
An effective job description is not just a list of skills and qualities. It is a carefully crafted message with…

Get Ready for Your Coding Interview

Taught by YK Sugi
If you’ve nabbed an interview for a software development position, it’s likely that you’ll have to face a common hurdle—the…

Informational Interviewing

Taught by Barbara Bruno
If you are looking for a job, considering a new career, or trying to advance in your current career, you…

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