The Informational Interview
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If Anne Hathaway’s Devil Wears Prada character had gone on a few informational interviews before starting at Runway magazine, things might have turned out differently. Informational interviews can help you understand the pros and cons of charting a new career path or give you advice on the next steps in your current industry. It’s less formal than a job interview and more in-depth than having a quick chat with someone at a networking event. Here’s what you need to know to make informational interviews work for you.


Written by: Susan Johnston
Susan Johnston is a Boston-based freelance writer who covers career and lifestyle topics for The Boston Globe, DailyCandy, and Self magazine, among others. You'll find her balancing her laptop and a chai latte at a local coffeeshop or online at www.susan-johnston.com.