Asking for tips from the hiring manager before a technical interview?

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manpreet Tuteehub forum best answer Best Answer 2 years ago


So I applied for this company (for entry-level software development position) and have already talked to the hiring manager (who does not have any technical expertise). We set up a technical interview with some of the team members for the specific team I would be working for (this would be the Senior software developers). I am trying to get all the tips I can leading up to this interview. Here are some questions I have:

  • Would it be smart to reach back out to the hiring manager and ask her for tips?
  • Would it be smart to track down the senior developers on LinkedIn and ask for tips?

My guess to the second question would be no. But just wondering. Thanks.

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manpreet 2 years ago

They are both very smart ideas. So is hacking their network and stealing the interview questions.

But smart idea doesn't mean good idea.

For the first question it is absolutely fine to ask about the interview if you do it in an appropriate manner:

Hi, was just wondering what format the interview would follow, I am very interested in this job and would really like to leave the best impression so do you know if I should start refreshing my technical skills for the first interview?

Something vague but open along those lines is sufficient, if the hiring manager is willing to offer more then you gave him the chance. If not, you didn't make a fool of yourself and you probably left a good impression by showing enthusiasm and proactiveness.

Second question:

No, do not go stalking and messaging staff at that company.

If I got a message from a complete stranger on linkedin asking me for help at the interview my reaction would be to find out who the hiring manager in the company is and send them a quick email about the kook who's trying to get a leg up. I would not help you for ethical reasons not to mention I don't know you. If you were a friend that would be a different story but not if you're a complete stranger.


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