How do you stay up to date on the latest trends in your profession?

When responding to this question, focus on describing all of the different ways you stay current in your industry. The more methods you have to keep up-to-date on the latest issues confronting Fire Investigators, the better.

Avoid saying you do not stay current on the latest trends. There are many different avenues available to keep current on the latest trends, and the interviewer wants to hear that you take advantage of the information that is out there. If you do not follow the industry trends, the interviewer will determine that you lack the passion and motivation to improve your knowledge as a Fire Investigator.

"I am a member of the National Association of Fire Investigators and the International Association of Arson Investigations and attend their annual seminars. They have workshops about the latest insurance scams, the fundamentals of fire investigations, forensic photography, and how to provide testimony and become an expert witness. They also have webinars throughout the year where highly respected experts in the industry present the latest trends and techniques used by Fire Investigators."