Using The Art Of War For Job Interviews

Learn to use Sun Tzu's military strategies to successfully master any job interview.

1. Get ready the night before by choosing an outfit and gathering your items.

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"For this reason, if an army is without its equipment will lose; if an army is without its provisions will lose; if the army is without its stores will lose. " [7.09]

2. Practice your response to typical interview questions.

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"Many calculations mean victory; few calculations mean no victory; then how much worse when there are no calculations? From this perspective I can clearly predict victory or defeat." [1.19]

3. Learn about the company you are applying for.

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"Therefore I say: One who knows the enemy and knows himself will not be in danger in a hundred battles." [3.23]

4. Eat a good breakfast to energize you for the day.

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"The energy of the army can be dampened, and the general's mind can be dampened. Therefore, in the morning, energy is high, but during the day energy begins to flag; and in the evening, energy is exhausted." [7.20]

5. Be prepared by arriving on time, bringing multiple copies of resumes and references, and whatever else is needed.

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"One who is prepared and waits for the unprepared will be victorious" [3.21]

6. Make a good first impression.

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" The 'Way' is the strong bond your people have with you. Whether they face certain death or hope to come out alive, they never worry about danger or betrayal." [1.03]

7. Sell your strengths to make them look stronger than others and apply them to the desired job.

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"Therefore, calculate and compare your levels of strength in them [Way, Heaven, Ground, General, Law] to your enemy's, and determine whether you are superior." [1.08]

8. Present what the employer is looking for but don't forget your individuality and what makes you unique.

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"Generally, in battle, use the common to engage the enemy and the uncommon to gain victory." [5.04]

9. Be bold and ask questions.

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"Attack where your enemies are not prepared; go to where they do not expect." [1.16]

10. After the interview, send a thank you note and be patient for a response as to not appear overeager.

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"Do not advance on any fixed day or time; calculate and adapt to the enemy to determine the matter of doing battle." [11.71]