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I have been reading all of the email responses to the odd interview. I will
be interviewing next spring and I would love to hear some stories on
interviews, weird questions, head games, etc. What are some some good
answers to some tricky questions? What are some danger signs? What type of
technology/tools should a technical communicator expect (within reason)? How
should a technical communciator prepare for the interview? What are some
creative ideas for writing a cover letter, designing a resume or developing
a portfolio?
I am also interested in how employers react to creativity. Is it important
to make your resume, cover letter, or portfolio stand out or is it important
to have a neat, conservative, and functional package?
I would also like to hear some stories about interviewing in different
geographic regions. Are there different expectations?
Melissa Anne Hess
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