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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Integrating Performance Management into the Hiring Process

Taught by Lou Adler
Most hiring processes emphasize what a person must have to even be considered for the job. By reversing the process…

Harnessing AI for Effective Interviewing

Taught by Shweta Mogha
This course is designed to equip recruiters with the knowledge and skills to leverage AI in interviewing practices. Learn how…

Interviewing Techniques for Hiring Managers

Taught by Barbara Bruno
Effective interviewing is crucial for hiring managers to make informed, strategic hiring decisions that align with current and future business…

Creating a Great Candidate Experience

Taught by Shweta Mogha
HR teams and hiring managers are directly responsible for the quality of the candidate lifecycle. But what’s the secret to…

Skills-First Interviewing

Taught by Shweta Mogha
It seems like everyone is talking about skills these days. The nature of the workplace has been redefined. The rapidly…

15 Questions to Ask before Hiring a Lawyer

Taught by Dana Robinson
Learning how to work with attorneys is an essential skill for executives and managers as well as a skill every…

Nano Tips for Answering Common Interview Questions with Tiffany Uman

Taught by Tiffany Uman
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this installment, discover…

Virtual Job Interviews for Non-Native English Speakers

Taught by Liesje Sandler
The application process can be stressful for anyone, but interviewing in a foreign language brings unique challenges, especially if the…

Preparing to Get a Job in Data Analytics

Taught by Jess Ramos
Thinking about a career in data analytics or looking to land a more senior-level role? This course offers a friendly…

Nailing your Interview, Resume, and Negotiation FAST

Taught by Pete Mockaitis | How to Be Awesome at Your Job
In this audio-only course, Steve Dalton—author of The Job Closer: Time-Saving Techniques for Acing Resumes, Interviews, Negotiations, and More— breaks…

Landing a Job as a Skills-First Candidate

Taught by Shweta Mogha
Skills-first hiring is the wave of the future. In this course, learn about the growing trend of skills-first hiring practices…

Secrets to Nailing Job Interviews with Matt Abrahams

Taught by LinkedIn News
Want to approach your next job interview armed with the confidence of a communication expert? Join Matt Abrahams, a renowned…

How AI in Hiring Can Expand Economic Opportunity with Aneesh Raman and Papia Debroy

Taught by Ashley Kennedy
Discover how AI can revolutionize hiring by expanding talent pools and promoting skills-based practices. Join Aneesh Raman (LinkedIn) and Papia…

Employee Engagement: Making Sustainability Part of Everybody’s Job

Taught by Drew Wilkinson
Companies are moving fast to tackle climate change—investing in new technologies, reducing their environmental impact, and rethinking how they do…

Ten Questions to Ask in Informational Interviews

Taught by Madecraft
Informational interviews are gateways to career insight, industry knowledge, and networking opportunities. In this course, former HR director Keisha Haymore…

Impress Interviewers with These Five Questions

Taught by Madecraft
Interviews are used to see if you would be a good fit for a specific role. They are also used…

Recruiting Techniques to Reveal Transferable Skills

Taught by Barbara Bruno
When filling opening job requisitions, do you often feel constricted by searching a pool of candidates filtered by job title…

Fair and Effective Interviewing for Diversity and Inclusion

Taught by Vernā Myers
Every organization knows that talent makes the difference in how well it can execute on its mission and goals. To…

Job Interview Nano Tips with Madeline Mann

Taught by Madeline Mann
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this installment, discover…

Job Market Basics for Business Leaders

Taught by Jason Schenker
Understanding labor market dynamics is an important skill for leaders on multiple levels. Leaders need to hire people, they need…

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