identified the type of industry, function and/or job of interest (photography). But aside from the Job Description, how much do you actually know about what you’re stepping into and whether or not it will be a good fit for you?
Informational interviews can be a powerful tool to help assist you. Take a look at the video which describes what an informational interview is.
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6Pa4ZB4mvQ
Find someone in your desired industry (photography) > conduct an informational interview > reflect on the following –
1- Who did you talk to-? (Name, industry, function/position*)
2- Did you meet in person-? Where?
3- What did you learn from the conversation-? Did it surprise you-?
4- Who did they recommended you talk to**-? (Name, contact info, industry, function/ position)
5- In reflecting over the experience, is this still an industry you want to pursue?
