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https://www.33voices.com/ | Startup founders share the traits they seek in potential hires and how to prepare for the interview. Featuring insights from the founders of Zady, Movable Ink, Dinner Lab, Dashed and HomeHero. What’s your best interview advice? Tweet us @33voices for a chance to be featured on our newsletter and website.

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INSPIRED BY:ZADY

When applying for a job at a young startup, show founders that you deeply believe in their brand’s mission.

From your pitch letter to your interview, demonstrate genuine passion and commitment to the movement.

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INSPIRED BY:MOVABLE INK

If you’re applying for a customer service position, it’s likely that founders will ask you to pitch the brand.

Find a new angle to tell the story.

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INSPIRED BY:DINNER LAB

Written resumes are no longer sufficient. Come prepared to share your story. Make it engaging.

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INSPIRED BY:DASHED

Run the founder through the most important project you’ve worked on. Although it’s important

to highlight your achievements, dedicate equal time to the challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

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Come prepared to answer the following questions:

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Come prepared to answer the following questions:

How do you handle tough deadlines?

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Come prepared to answer the following questions:

What’s the greatest lesson you’ve learned in your current job?

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Come prepared to answer the following questions:

What are the challenges you’re currently facing and how do you plan to overcome them?

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INSPIRED BY:HOMEHERO

Whether you’re currently working in a similar position or in training, make it clear that you’re developing the skills to perform at the highest

level. Show them that this is your passion.

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Founders don’t view past success as an indicator of your capabilities. If you want them to

give you a shot, demonstrate a genuine willingness to learn and be confident in the contribution

you can make to the company.

FINAL TIP

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What’s YOUR best advice to nail a job interview?

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