What are the rationale for selecting informational interviewee?

What are the takeaways in informational interview?

 

1. Rationale of informational interviewee
2. Takeaways in informational interview

Step-by-step explanation

1. Informational interview is a discussion between two parties -- an interviewer and an interviewee. The purpose of the informational interview to investigate and gather insights from the interviewee about the nature of his occupation. The discussion usually last for 20 to 30 minutes at most. This should not however, be mistaken for the job interview. Bear in mind the this kind of activity is to solely gather information about the interviewee's career as well his/her experience working in his/her organization. For example, the interviewer's career goal is to become a nurse. The interviewee then could be a head nurse of a tertiary hospital in the city. This activity will benefit the interviewer in a way that he/she will have a realization whether that is exactly the career that he/she would like to pursue in the future or there would be a change of mind.
2. The logic in selecting an informational interviewee is: a) to learn from an expert working in a particular field b) to learn about the industry and the company itself c) to establish network so that when a new position opens up, you might be considered for the post most especially if your credentials match the job requirements. d) gain a new mentor as he/she can provide advise and guidance as you embark on your chosen career.
3. My takeaways in informational interview are: a) it provides you with a career literacy b) it helps you in your career decision after acquiring information about a specific job b) it gives you a better understanding of your strengths, weaknesses and personality and if these will fit with your career plan c) it hones your interviewing skills d) establish professional network that will help you find a job or even shift to another career d) it helps you consider other career options.