Preparing for Job Interview

Introduction

You took lot of efforts sending resumes and now you are

called for a face-to-face interaction.

Congratulations!

A call for an interview is not an appointment letter.

You are not the only one who is called to talk. You

may have very tough competition. Therefore, you still

need to work more… for the meeting called as Job

Interview!

Preparation

How to Crack It!

Let’s study in detail now,

how to prepare well for a job interview.

Homework

Research the organization beforehand

It shows your interest in the job

Go through the website thoroughly

Try to get the information relevant to you

Check the exact interview venue

“Elevator Speech”

Prepare your “Elevator speech”.

Practice it very well.

Don’t memorize it, sound natural.

The interview is your chance to shine

You sell yourself in an interview

Person, Clothes and Accessories

Be healthy and handsome

Invest in your wardrobe, it really pays.

Keep neat, professional clothes ready

Choose appropriate accessories.

Work on the FAQs

Gather information of the job profile

Refresh your knowledge

Some common questions:

Tell me something about yourself.

Why should we hire you?

What is your greatest accomplishment?

What are your strong and weak points?

What is your ideal job?

Have some good questions to ASK!

Prepare questions to ask about:

The organization’s growth plan

Your career development scope

Other relevant information

Asking questions in interview is as important as answering them.

Documents

Keep all the necessary documents ready

The documents include photocopies of:

Academic credentials: marks-memos, certificates

Professional credentials: pay slips, appointment letters, offer letters

Other documents: Passport, PAN Card, Driving License

References

Find at least two key people.

Secure their permission beforehand.

Be certain that they will speak highly of

you.

Professional references may include:

Professors / HOD, Sr. Corporate professionals, Supervisors

Rehearsal

Get a trusted friend’s help.

Practice a mock interview.

Practice makes man perfect.

…Plan, prepare, execute.

You will get what you really deserve!

“I think I got the job!”

your personality must reflect the attitude,

“I think I got the job”.

Any Questions?

All the very Best!