One of the best sources for gathering information about what's happening in an occupation or an industry is to talk to people working in the field. This process is called informationalorresearch interviewing. An informational interview is an interview that you begin (you ask the questions). The purpose is to get information. Scaffold questions. Contact the experts within this field and ask:

• What types of questions do you ask?
• What answers are you looking for?

• to explore careers and clarify your career goal
• to expand your professional network
• to build confidence for your job interviews
• to access the most up-to-date career information
• to identify your professional strengths and weaknesses

5 Steps to follow when conducting an informational interview

You should always analyze the information you've gathered. Adjust your job search, resume, and career objective if necessary.
Must prepare and practice for job interviews to be successful.