Should you small talk with your interviewer?

When you prepare for an interview, don't just prepare answers. Prepare questions.

Questions that you can use to "small talk" with your interviewer at the start of the interview. A good way to start the conversation is to thank the interviewer for taking the time to interview you, and share that you are really excited to have the chance to speak. A lot of what happens during an interview depends on your judgment. If you feel that the vibe is right, go ahead and ask how their day/week has been.

At the end of the interview, don't just "small talk". You definitely can if the situation calls for it. But more often than not, use your time at the end of the interview to ask questions.

Remember that you need to be intentional about everything that happens in an interview - you are selling yourself afterall. Be deliberate about the questions you ask. Here's a rundown of how you can deal with questions at the end of the interview & over 40 actual questions you can consider asking

A big part is feeling the room. If you sense that your interviewer is pressed for time and is rushing off to another meeting, focus on the most important questions.

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It is inevitable to do some small talks in interview and it is a great way to form a genuine connection with your interviewer. Try to make the small talks purposeful and relatable. And it will show them that you are friendly, intelligent, and a good fit for the position.

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