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Q: “I'm about to start the interview process for a new role at my current company and am getting my prep ready. Another woman on my team with the same role as me (and very similar background) is also going for this new position. I would love to know if anyone has tips for how I can stand out?”

A: “Come prepared! Put together a presentation, handouts with your ideas, progress reports of your past successes. Go above and beyond with your details.” - Team BG

Q: “I miraculously landed a networking phone call with a high-profile sports photographer tomorrow pm. I've drafted some questions, but they're seeming somewhat generic (how did you start out, how did you get here, etc) and I know that I'm not as strong a communicator on the phone as I am in person. What I really want to get out of this is a professional contact in the industry & down the line I would love to take pictures with the organization he works with. Does anyone have tips on how to structure smart questions to get a conversation pointed to where you want it to go? Calls to action for when we're wrapping up the conversation?”

A: “Great question! Something I LOVE that other people do before calls with me is have something specific I’ve done that they like & let the convo stem organically from there. For example, if he is a sports photographer look through his online portfolio or Instagram (I’m sure he has one in this industry) and pick a favorite photo or two + share why they are meaningful to you!” - Team BG

Q:  “I am currently looking for a new job and found one that I think would be great and would align well with my goals. Upon reading the job description, it is asking for the standard resume and cover letter, but it is also asking for a 300 word blog post. I do not have a blog so I’m not sure what I should send them. Do you have any advice on what I should do in this situation? Do I need to create a blog? Are there any tips you have for applying for jobs with blog posts?”

A: “I don’t think you have to create a blog, just to do one blog post. As long as it’s blog post length/style, I think that covers what they’re looking for. I would say doing that over creating a blog just to put one post on it would probably be preferable. But major bonus points if you do have time to create a blog and have the time to get a few posts on there! Shows a true commitment to the role and your ability to go above + beyond.” - Team BG

Written by: Amy Minemier
BG Client + BG Blog Intern
www.linkedin.com/in/amyminemier/