Researching Organizations to Inform Interview Preparation

Before an interview, the essential thing involves conducting pre-interview research, which serves to prepare the interviewee by providing relevant information regarding the organization. Learning about the process of the interview and the people that one would most likely meet is also vital. Such information can be acquired by inquiring from the individuals setting up the interview or by conducting some research on the organization (Ellis, Amjad & Deng, 2011). During the interview, some of the most common questions to prepare for include:

1. What do I know about the organization, such as the mission, vision, and goals?
2. What is interesting about the organization that attracts applicants.
3. Significant strengths and relevant work experience?
4. What are my career goals and how I am planning to achieve these goals?
5. What are some of the personal qualities and skills that I possess that would foster the success of the organization?
6. What makes me the best candidate for the position?

Basic Information

In most cases, the interviewer expects that the interviewee has the knowledge and vital information about the organization and the department that he/she has applied for (Hardavella, Gagnat, Xhamalaj, & Saad, 2016).  While preparing for the interview, it’s essential to learn about the organization and show genuine interest regarding the firm. Learning necessary information about the company will ensure that one is fully informed about the organization. The most vital information to learn includes the organization’s history, mission, vision, culture, and values.

Resources

Most of the information that I obtained about the organization was through online research. The following links would be relevant in informing more about Nevada Division of Public and behavior health:

1. Nevada Department of Human and Health Services: http://dhhs.nv.gov/
2. Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health: http://dpbh.nv.gov/
3. Human and Health Services Carson City: https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/

Mission, Vision, and Goals

Understanding the mission, vision, and goals of an organization is essential in demonstrating how clear the career desires, experience, and personal strengths align with the goals of the company (Smith & Meeking, 2013). This confirms a broad understanding of the responsibilities involved in the position. It also portrays the willingness to move the organization forwards towards accomplishing their goals, and contribution to the mission and vision of the organization.