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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The interviewer wants to see that you have a thumb on the beat of what's happening in the music industry. Capitol Records needs to hire people who are curious and want to know what's going on minute-to-minute, always knowing which trends and topics to follow. Discuss how you remain up to date in the industry by mentioning a few different tools and resources.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"First and foremost, I follow Capitol Records on Twitter for important live updates on what's happening in music entertainment news. I also follow a lot of top artists on Instagram, and I read Billboard magazine regularly. I fully understand the importance of being up to date on entertainment news and industry happenings."
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Overall I'd say social media. I follow a variety of new music, and entertainment news platforms like variety, hot new hip hop, billboard, but if I had to pick one source it would be @rap on Instagram as my favorite source.

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Good answer! You identify a variety of resources that enable you to stay current on what's happening in the music and entertainment industry. Consider including one of Capitol Records' social media platforms in your response, to further demonstrate your awareness of the company.
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