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Successful Interviews

Making the most of the interview


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Interviews

An interview is a conversation between two people (theinterviewer and the interviewee) where questions areasked by the interviewer to obtain information from theinterviewee. A job interview is a process in which apotential employee is evaluated by an employer forprospective employment in their company, organizationor firm. During this process, the employer hopes todetermine whether or not the applicant is suitable for thejob.

Interview = A meeting with an objective


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Employers objective is to find the best person for the job Employer: reviews candidates experience and abilities

Can you do the job? (skills, abilities, qualifications) Will you do the job? (interest, attitude &

motivation) How will you fit into the organisation? (personality)

You: impress employer and assess position on offer What does this position offer me? How does it fit with my career plans?

You must prove that you are the most suitable candidatefor this position


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IMPORTANCE OF INTERVIEW

SKILLS

Life is full of challenges. Talents and Skills are the onlytools, which could lead an individual towards the door ofsuccess in this challenging time. To qualify for a

professional degree or a job, one should have strong pasteducational background along with integrated multidimensional skills. Its of no use acquiring higher degreewithout building character, confidence, and expressivepersonality. To meet the challenges of professional life,

one has to be familiar with many skills to grab theattention of an interviewer, out of which Interview skillsare the basic necessities to meet up the future challengeswith success.


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Preparation is the key to success

Review own skills, experiences and qualities Check CV Anticipate questions and identify relevant

answers

Research organisation Websites, reports, articles, company literature,

etc. Knowledge of organisation or sector

Personal visit or telephone call Research job and occupational area Job description or similar Current issues

Prepare your questions


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Watch the Body Language

First impressions very powerful

Allow time to relax

Dress appropriately Entrance, introductions & handshake

Smile and make eye contact

Be aware of own movements Watch body language of interviewer


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At the Interview Arrive a few minutes early.

Be polite to everyone you meet.

Make a good impression with a smile, a firm handshake, good eye contact, in a

friendly, enthusiastic, confident manner.

Listen carefully. Be certain you've heard and understood each question. Asking for

clarification is acceptable.

Take your time to give a good, concise answer to the question that was asked. Refer to your past work experience and education, especially your

accomplishments, for examples of your abilities and how you could add value to

the organization.

Ask questions about the organization and its direction, training opportunities, and

challenges the organization faces etc. As a last question, ask when they anticipate a decision will be made and how they

will inform the candidates.

Don't linger. Say thank you, restate your interest in working with them, and leave


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Typical Questions

About you Tell me about yourself - Bring me up to date

with your CV?

Why did you choose that particular degree

programme? What experience have you had that is relevant

to this post?

What would you consider your major

achievements to date?


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About the job

What interests you about this job?

What do you know about this organisation?

How do you see your career developing 5

years? If you were Head of Department, what would beyour priorities?

General Knowledge

Founders of various organisation About your country


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Matching Skills to Requirements

Employer needs

Communication

Team workLeadership

Initiative

IT

Commercial awareness

Your evidence

Presentation to class

Example from CoopClass rep, Committee

Fundraising for charity

Designed website

Business pages


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Your Answers

Listen carefully, seek clarification

Illustrate answers with real examples andevidence

Be positive Keep answers specific and succinct Take time to respond

Be alert to interviewers body language

Speak clearly, smile and show enthusiasm

Know what you want to say, and find theopportunity


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Qualities Employers Seek

Good all-round intelligence

Enthusiasm, commitment and motivation

Good communication skills

Team work ability

Ability to solve problems

Capacity to work hard

Initiative and self-reliance

Balanced personality


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Your Questions

Training programmes

Career development opportunities

Types of projects & responsibilities Reporting structure

Performance appraisal

Profile of staff

Questions about topics raised in interview


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What creates a bad impression

Poor personal appearance

Negative attitudeusing excuses

Lack of interest and enthusiasm

Lack of preparation

Poor knowledge of role

Failure to give concrete examples of skills

Over emphasis on money/rewards

Lack of career plan


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Telephone Interviews

Prepare as thoroughly as for real interview Select comfortable, private, quiet place

Advise flatmates re answering phone

Have copy of CV and company information

Have pen and paper at hand Prepare for usual interview questions

Practice on phone

Record answers

Try standing

Smile and use gestures

Avoid monotones

Be yourself


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After the Interview

Review own performance

what went well

what went badlywhat you wished you had said

prepare for next stage

Rejection letter / email

if you can request feedback - use it

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