{"id":434,"date":"2016-07-25T10:57:22","date_gmt":"2016-09-19T15:34:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/?p=434"},"modified":"2018-06-29T14:11:16","modified_gmt":"2018-06-29T14:11:16","slug":"handle-back-back-interviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wayupstudent.wpengine.com\/handle-back-back-interviews\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Handle Back-to-Back Interviews"},"content":{"rendered":"

Back-to-back interviews can be stressful, but they\u2019re also a good sign that an employer is interested in you as a candidate. What are back-to-back interviews? They\u2019re a series of interviews where you meet with multiple team members one after the other. Back-to-back interviews are different from panel interviews<\/a> because you\u2019re meeting with team members individually rather than all at once. And although having several interviews in one day can be a little intimidating, it\u2019s also a great way for you to showcase your skills and demonstrate why you\u2019d be a good fit for a particular role.<\/p>\n

Here are some tips to keep in mind as you prepare for back-to-back interviews.<\/p>\n

1. Bring several copies of your resume.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Being able to communicate your skills and experience effectively during an interview begins with highlighting the key points in your resume<\/a>. Since you\u2019ll be meeting with several decisionmakers throughout the day, having multiple copies of your resume available will ensure that they\u2019re each able to get a sense of who you are and whether you\u2019d be a good fit for the team. As an added bonus, having multiple copies of your resume will show potential employers that you\u2019re well-prepared and enthusiastic about the interview, characteristics that are likely to impress everyone you meet during the hiring process.<\/p>\n

Pro Tip:<\/strong> Offering the interviewer a copy of your resume is a great way to start the interview, especially if they walk into the room empty-handed.<\/p>\n

2. Learn the names and backgrounds of everyone you\u2019ll be interviewing with.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Knowing who the decisionmakers are is a must for any interview and especially one where you\u2019ll be interviewing with multiple people on the same day. To get this information, ask the hiring manager or HR contact for the names and titles of all the team members you\u2019ll be meeting. Once you have a list, do some research <\/a>by checking out the company website to learn about their roles and be sure to also do a quick Google search for each person to learn more about them and what they do at the company.<\/p>\n

Pro Tip:<\/strong> Saying each interviewer\u2019s name a few times during the interview is a great way to put the person at ease and make them feel comfortable. Once you\u2019ve established a good connection, ask them questions based on their experience and background. This will emphasize your interest in the role and show your genuine excitement about being part of the team.<\/p>\n

3. Ask for a glass of water.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Since back-to-back interviews involve a lot of talking, asking for a glass of water at the beginning of the interview process will ensure that you won\u2019t get a dry throat as you\u2019re talking and that you\u2019ll be able to perform at your best during each interview. And if you need time to come up with an answer, taking a sip of water can also buy you some extra time.<\/p>\n

4. Stay relaxed and pay attention to your body language.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

It\u2019s normal to be a little nervous during an interview, but you really don\u2019t be. In fact, being relaxed during the process will demonstrate that you\u2019re confident and enthusiastic about the role. To ensure that you come across as confident, keep your voice even and sit up straight. If you really need to relax, you can also silently count to ten or focus on your breathing.<\/p>\n

5. Be prepared to answer the same question several times.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Since you\u2019re meeting with multiple team members, know that you might have to answer the same question(s) more than once. This isn\u2019t because you did anything wrong; it\u2019s because different people are trying to get to know you and your qualifications. Some companies also have interviewers ask the same questions to test their candidates for consistency. Be honest and keep your answers more or less the same for each interviewer. You want to communicate a clear and consistent message and work\/academic history.<\/p>\n

Back-to-back interviews are a great way to make a good impression on multiple team members at once and a sure sign that a company is interested in bringing you on board as an employee. By coming to the interviews confident and prepared, you\u2019ll be sure to put your best foot forward and get one step closer to landing the job.<\/p>\n

Next, get more career tips for internships and entry-level jobs such as 10 Tips for the Perfect Cover Letter<\/a>\u00a0and find answers to common interview questions such as How Do You Handle Pressure?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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