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Modern Interview Tips & Tricks:Secrets To Crack Interviews Successfully

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Table of ContentChapter Topic Page No.1 Importance Of Knowing The Tips And Tricks for Interviews 42 Types of Interviews 62.12.22.32.4

Phone InterviewPanel InterviewLucnh InterviewExit Interview

679113 Skill Building to Crack Interviews 134 Tools and Miscellaneous You Need To Have 155 The Right ‘Resume’ – Significance and Importance 166 Preparing Properly for an Interview 187 What Role Does Appearance Play? 208 Tips To Gear Up - Pre-Interview 228.18.2 Things To Remember For The InterviewThe Do’s and Don’ts Of Interview

22239 Modern Tips By Interview Experts 259.19.2 How To Close An Interview From Your SideConclusion

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Chapter 1: Importance of Knowing The TipsAnd Tricks for Interviews

So, you’ve recently passed your graduation and arelooking for a job. Thousands of others are doingthe same and may be that the job you are applyingfor already has over 20 applicants. All of themhave the same qualification and experience. Theyalso read the same sample questions and prepare ina similar manner for the job interview. So, how canyou differentiate yourself from the rest? How canyou ensure that you get noticed by the interviewersand they pick you from the crowd?

This e-book mainly aims at giving you an edge overthe usual practice for the interviews. Knowing thetips and tricks of the interviews makes you moreconfident and helps you to handle all sorts ofquestions. You can do a brainstorming and listdown all sort of questions- common, uncommon, andweird that could possibly be asked.

Sometimes candidates are put in a situation whenthey may not like to answer a particular question.Sometimes the questions are tricky and you need tobe really careful while answering them. In suchcircumstances, it becomes very important to knowhow to deal with the situation and what to say. Thetips and tricks help you learn these tactics sothat you can face all sorts of situations when inan interview.

While in an interview it is very important to keepsome important things in mind such as:

What to wear and how this can be determined Proper preparation for the interview How to handle the tricky questions How to draft a winning resume

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What to say and what to abstain from during theinterview

Learn the tricks to judge the interviewer bytheir tone of voice and body language.

All the above mentioned points are extremelyimportant to help a candidate face all kinds ofodds that he or she may face in an interview. Ifyou look for answers you may find several answersonline for the above mentioned questions. However,our aim is to create one platform from where youcan get a set of reliable answers and tips for abetter career.

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Chapter 2: The Different Types of Interviews

The basic framework of an interview is of coursethe same and it take place when there is aninterviewer and interviewee. However, the patternof the interviews may vary depending upon therequirement and the situation under which theinterview is held. Basically, there are fourdifferent types of interviews differentiated on thebasis of a wide variety of factors. The interviewpatterns include:

Phone Interview Panel Interview Exit Interview Lunch Interview

2.1. Phone Interview:

It may seem that partaking in a phone interview canhelp in taking off the pressure that is build up inthe process; however this is not always true. Thephone interviews are looked upon as the informalmeans by which a candidate can get a job. However,unfortunately, the candidates make some of the mostcritical mistakes when dealing with the questionsasked in a phone interview. First of all it isimportant to deeply understand the increasingpopularity of this type of interview. Some of themain factors that make phone interviews reallyspecial include:

Time is in fact one of the biggest factors asit saves the time of the interviewer as well asthe one who is being interviewed.

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It also helps judging a potential candidatebefore actually calling him or her for theinterview. It helps as a time saving technique.

It helps in clarifying any confusion regardingthe post before a formal interview.

It helps the interviewee to discuss theposition and inquire about the additionalcareer information.

However the drawback of this kind of interview isthat although it caters to the immediate needs ofthe employers, it sometimes is not as good for theinterviewee. At times, such interviews can bereally bad for the candidates as they can leavehim/ her panting for breath and trying to catch thephone off guard, for even the quite simplequestions. Bad network and unfavorable surroundingsof the candidate can also cause hurdles in themeeting.

2.2 Panel Interview:

Just like the phone interviews, the panelinterviews are getting high on popularity. The needfor this type of interview mainly rises from theneed to stretch the time over multiple numbers oftasks. The process and procedures of holding ameeting are also getting modified so that all thosepeople who all involved in the recruitment processcan a meet, judge, discuss, and take a discuss.

The panel interview can be one of the moststressful of all other types of interviews. Thecandidate is mostly put into several questions fromdifferent people and the candidate has a tough jobin pleasing all the judges in the interview panel.Relating to the interviewers can become justimpossible in this case.

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Here are some tips that can really help you to facea panel interview:

Come with a cheat sheet as a part of yourpreparation. This should contain the highlightsof all the things that you wish to mention inyour interview. It should mainly focus on allsorts of key assets. Remember that when askedto mention your key elements; don’t write anessay on it. Just give an outline on what needsto be mentioned there.

It is a known truth that people like hearingtheir name during a conversation. When you comefor an interview and you know that it is apanel type, remember to pay attention to theirnames. Take note of the names and use themduring your conversation and while asking oranswering questions.

Another wonderful tip for the panel interviewsor any group conversation is to cross referencethe last question asked with the questions thathave been asked before. This will help makingyou comfortable and answering to more than oneperson at the same time.

It could be that during the interview, thepanel of judges may mention things that may beworth remembering so carry a note pad with you.If you take notes of the important thingsmentioned by the interviewers then it makesthem feel important and t also gives a goodimpression of you as being responsible andcareful. This will also help to ensure that youdon’t forget any part of the important factsmentioned in the interview.

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Making proper eye contact is considered as veryimportant in an interview, and when it is apanel interview the candidate has to be muchmore careful as he/ she has to face many peopleat the same time. When someone asks you aquestion, don’t just stare at him/ her whileanswering. You must make more eye contact withthe person who asked you the question, but atthe same time, also look at other people in thepanel.

One of the major drawbacks of the panel interviewsis that it can be quite stressful for the jobseekers as they may feel a bit out numbered. Youmust always keep in mind that you are an asset totheir business and they feel that you are reallyimportant, otherwise they wouldn’t have allgathered here to interview. Therefore, the key tosuccess here is to stay as calm as you can and takeyour time and answer all the questions effectively.

2.3 Lunch Interview

This is a rather “laid back” form of interview andgenerally named to those types of interviews whichare held somewhere close to the meal/ lunch time.This kind of interviews is generally taken betweenfriends, ex-colleagues, or sometimes when it isjust final test before passing the signal for thewinning candidate.The main advantage of this kind of interview isthat it has a lax setting, which can provide anopen forum for frankness. Here, the candidate canbe at ease and answer according to his heart’scontent and he doesn’t necessarily have to soundjust like what the employer wants him to be.

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However, there is a disadvantage when it comes toconfidence. Some people are really nervous whenthere are people watching him/ her eat. A confidenteater knows that he can handle all sorts ofsituations and if there is a mess, he can justsmartly grab a napkin and clear it off. However, anervous character person would find it really toughto concentrate on anything g else other than thespot.

While on a lunch interview you need to take extracare on how you handle food and everything as thismay reflect your personality and style too. Youneed some practice for this beforehand. However,here are some tips that will help you get successin a lunch interview:

Order something simple to eat, like bread. Youcan break down the bread into smaller piecesand convenient bites

Try to avoid having anything other than waterthat can spill. Remember to never order orsuggest any kind of alcoholic beverages, evenif the person interviewing you does)

Try to order something similar also to yourinterviewer

Always wipe your mouth using a napkin and tryto avoid eating anything for which you may haveto use picking teeth.

You must always be careful to not use yourfingers while eating unless your lunch mealconsists of sandwich or some finger food

Mostly the company pays for the lunch meals, but ifyou are going for such interviews then ensures thatyou have enough money to pay for both yours and

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your interviewer’s meal along with the tip if youhave to.

You must thank your interviewer with a firmhandshake after the lunch. Most of the times peopledo not send a thank you note after the lunchinterviews. Make yourself different from the rest;send out a ‘Thank you’ note.

2.4 Exit interview:

The exit type of interview is generally held whenan individual leaves a particular company and henceit is named as an ‘exit interview’. However, notall companies follow the process of interviewingall their former employees. But those companies whowish to build relationships and re-structure andreform their in house policies, usually go for suchkind of practices.

The time frames of the exit interviews aregenerally the same and they are usually performedduring the last days of the candidate’s employment.Sometimes, the exit interviews are even performedsome 2 to 3 months after the individual leaves theemployment.

Advantages of having exit interviews:

It helps in focusing light on the outgrownpolicies and procedures

It helps in determining the employee's state ofmind

It cats as a sound forum to discuss future re-employment or arbitrate difficulties

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It helps in identifying the departmentalcompetencies or unsuitability

It picks the conflicts / complications that maybe harmful for employees and management

Disadvantages of the exit interview:

It may bring forth any kind of inter personalconflicts as well as the gossip sessions

It becomes tough to maintain an optimistic orpositive mood, if the candidate was fired

It provides a ground for aggressive orirrational employees to vent out their angerwhich may be disruptive.

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Chapter 3: Skill Building to Crack Interviews

‘Skill building’ is an important terminology thatgreatly helps when it comes to cracking interviews.Skill building is an art that cannot be taught inany school or college. They only impart knowledgeto you. It depends on you how well you build yourskills depending on the knowledge that you havegained throughout the years.

Skill building is no rocket science or anything hi-fi. Some practice and patience can help you buildyour skills. Some of the important aspects that canhelp you building your skills are:

Give time to practice your ‘writing skills’ –Today’s internet world is fast and demanding. Youneed to have really good writing skills to excel.Documentation is an important aspect and yourwriting skills reflect in your emails to potentialemployers. It also shows in your cover letters and‘thank you’ letters. This shows that having goodcommunication skill is very crucial and vital.

Keeping yourself informed and up breast with allthe day to day happenings is another importantaspect that you must take into consideration. Keepyourself updated by reading magazines, newspapersand blogs. Make it a habit to spend some timeeveryday to know what is happening in the worldoutside. You can also use the feed subscriptiontools such as Newsgator Online Edition andBloglines.

Writing resume effectively is an art that you needto build. If by any case you cannot crack the firstinterview that you face, consider taking a

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refresher course before you think about re-writingyour resume.

You may also stat a blog and use it as a medium todemonstrate and share your knowledge in a topicwith others. This will help other job seekers andmay even get you noticed by potential employers.

Social networking is a great platform to learn fromother’s mistakes and build your skills. Interactwith people in the forums, make friends and buildyour skill set.

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Chapter 4: Tools and Miscellaneous You Need To Have

If you are looking for a job, or are planning to gofor an interview then there are some tools that youneed to have so that you are ready for it. Theyneed not be too costly but should be professionalenough to make you look smart and ready for thejob. The tools manly consist f the following:

The Must Haves:

A Laptop or a Computer: You may either buy one orborrow to get your work done. But, you require acompute or a laptop to type your resume, the coverletter and the reference pages. This is essentialto get ready for the job.

Easy access to the Internet: Your job searchmainly depends on how much time you spend searchingfor the jobs online. You must post your updatedresume in the major job portals in the World WideWeb. If you already have it posted then you mustremember to keep updating it to be always intimatedabout the new job openings.

A portfolio or briefcase: This is necessary forprotecting your things and materials against anydamage when you attend a job fair or go out for aninterview.

A mobile phone: If you are in desperate need of ajob then you must always be contactable no matterwhere you are. So, if you have posted your resumein the job portals then chances are that they maywant to contact you. Under these circumstances, youmust always be reachable and the best way to ensurethis is to always carry a mobile phone with you.

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Chapter 5: The Right ‘Resume’ – Significanceand Importance

A good resume is the key to your getting successfulwith interviews at one shot. Most of theinterviewers create a perception about thecandidate by just looking at the resume. A good andeffective looking resume gives a positiveimpression about you, whereas a poorly writtenresume can get you rejected even before you attendthe interview. An average result shows that anemployer usually spends not more than 30 seconds tosee a resume and this is the time for you to proveyourself worthy for the job and create the muchneeded first good impression. This explains why theresume is so significant and carries so much ofimportance. Some of the important things that youmusty keep in mind while drafting a resume are:

Never lie when you are writing your resume, as thismay cost you later. Mention all your skills,qualifications, and experiences, carefully andhonestly.

Try to make resume sound relevant. Don’t lists downthe names and birthdays of your parents out there.It is not your personal diary. Instead, make itmore related to your profile and job.

Keep two to three resume that are customized foryour different job requirements. Depending upon thetype of industry, you can use different types ofresume.

There are several types of formats available fordrafting resume. You can follow a standard formatto draft your resume. The fresh grads should alwaysemphasize on their degrees and grades. Where as the

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experienced candidates should give the details ofthe previous job experience

The resume should be easy to read so try to avoidusing complicated sentences and jargons. Make useof bullets and tables to make it easy to understandand read. Always use the right words; you can useindustry terms, but avoid being too academic withthe lingo.

Try to promote yourself with your resume and itshould have the capability to sell you to theemployers. Don’t make it sound to bragging but usethe correct words to emphasize your skills.

Always gives some good references in the resume whocan be contacted easily and quickly. Someone in agood position and who knows you well should begiven in references. Remember to never give outfalse references as this may back fire and causemuch harm to your career.

Highlight all your interests in your resume becausethis helps the interviewers to judge yourpersonality and character.

After you are done drafting the resume, proofread,check for spellings and grammar and get it printedin good quality paper.

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Chapter 6: Preparing Properly for an Interview

Preparation plays an important role when it comesto seeking a job or going for an interview. Thepreparation of an interview is quite crucial andthis may determine your confidence and successlevel. If you are well prepared the chances are youwill be more confident to face the interview. Onthe other hand if you go without nay preparationthen you may feel nervous to even attend theinterview. Here are some ways that can help youprepare well for an interview:

Ask your family and friends: This is the best wayto lean and prepare for an interview. You need tolearn from other people’s mistakes. Ask them togive you some valuable advice, tips andsuggestions. This will help you get geared up forthe interview.

You can also ask for suggestions and advice in anysocial gatherings if you are unable to find theright person to help you. Ask people in the church,they would surely give you a lead to help you outand assist you in preparing for an interview.

If you are still in college then take suggestionsfrom your professors and seniors. They may give youthe right advice and help you prepare.

If you are looking for a job then you can ask yourseniors and former classmates. They may havevacancies in the company that they work with. Thereare many companies who pay for referrals so yourfriends could also be benefited by referring you.

Try out the social networking sites for more helpsas there are forums where peers offer advice. Checkout the groups that discuss job, interviews etc.

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You can also join the career websites like LinkedInor JibberJobber, and ask for help.

The job fairs are a good learning experience. Tryto attend as many job fairs as you can and trymeeting more companies and people there. This alsohelps a great deal in preparing you for the jobmarket. Always carry your résumé and cover letterswhen you go to a job fair.

Always keep checking the newspapers and job portalsites for latest information and news.

Chapter 7: What Role Does Appearance Play?

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You may wonder is appearance at all plays anyimportance while seeking a job. Just imagine thatyou are an interviewer and you find a candidatewalking up to you in jeans and T-shirt, unshavenhair and smelling bad. Would you like to think eventwice before rejecting that guy? Well, the same isthe case with you if you are not properly dressedor shaved.

No matter how good your qualifications are, theyare checked later. The first thing that theinterviewer notices when you walk into the room isyou, and your outward experience and you need tocreate an impact with this. Here are some importanttips to ensure that you appear right for aninterview:

Always practice your entry walk and handshake infront of the mirror, the night before you go forthe interview. Check out your facial expressionsand see if it is good enough to impress.

Keep your dress ready and well ironed for the day.Don’t wear new clothes as they may beuncomfortable. Always wear comfortable andprofessional looking dresses. Men should alwaysensure that they wear a tie. Shoes should be buffedand neat.

Women should avoid wearing too much of jewelry ortoo gaudy a dress.

Don’t go for an entire makeover before theinterview. A new haircut may make you conscious oruneasy. Just be comfortable and be as you are. Menshould avoid spikes or colored hairs. Get enoughsleep so that your eyes are not red.

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Brush your teeth well so that you don’t have badbreath. Use a light perfume to smell good.

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Chapter 8: Tips To Gear Up - Pre-Interview

On the day before the interview you must be feelingvery nervous and may have butterflies in yourstomach. Here are some tips that can help youprepare better for “The Day”:

Know the address well, check for nay details andlandmarks if required. Ensure that you will be ableto reach in time. If you are in doubt, check thecompany website and call them for details.

Know the answers to the sure t be asked questionssuch as why have you come for the interview. Knowthe answers whether it is small, big, cool job etc.

Remember to arrive early at the interview place.Coming 10 minutes early is enough, no need to cometoo early. Greet the receptionist and inform yourarrival.

Don’t smoke while you wait for your turn. Take therestroom beforehand and put your cell on silence ifrequired.

8.1 Things To Remember For The Interview

Remember that your behaviors and impression is animportant judgmental factor during your interview.Your qualification and experience is already thereon the resume. So, what are the interviewerslooking for? They want to check your style,behavior and personality. Here are some tips for agood interview behavior:

Knock before you enter the room Wait for the handshake with the employer. The

handshake should be a firm one, not bonesbreaking but with a good grip.

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Don’t sit until the person in front of you asksyou to take a seat.

Always keep a pleasant appearance and wear agenuine smile on your face.

Always create the first good impression andmaintain it till your leave the room.

8.2 The Do’s and Don’ts of InterviewWhile going for an interview it is very importantto keep in mind the dos and don’ts of theinterview. Here are the main ones:

Dos:

Always maintain good eye contact while talkingwith the interviewer.

Be concise and clear with your answers, avoidany beating around the bush.

You may nod your head to answer at times butdon’t over do this.

If you don’t understand a question then alwaysask for clarifications.

When given a chance to ask questions, ask aboutthe things that the interviewer has notmentioned.

Be flexible with your skills and don’t wringyour nose at anything.

Ask about your role and the team that you willbe working with.

You may also ask about your future growth andopportunities in the organization.

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Don'ts:

Don't let your first question be about thesalary and benefits.

Don't fiddle with anything as this isconsidered unhealthy

Don't mumble while you are speaking, be audibleand clear.

Don't seem as if you are intimidated or scared.

Don't appear as if you are arrogant.

Don’t lie under any circumstances whatsoever.

Don't show off try to overreact on anything.

Don't hit try to hit on your interviewer underany circumstance. Remember that you're ininterview, not a club.

Don't complain about your previous boss orcompany.

Don't seem too needy for the job as it may nothelp you.

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Chapter 9: Modern Tips By Interview Experts

One that you are almost geared for the interview;here are some modern tips from the experts that canhelp you in the long run:

Take care to not pass on too much of yourpersonal information to the secretary, theinterviewer, or any member of the company whereyou have come for interview.

Focus on yourself and the interview; keep awayfrom personal habits if you have any, likehabit of tapping of feet, biting nails, andtwitching.

If you know the interviewer name then use itduring your conversation. This makes a goodimpression and helps you create a goodimpression.

Always sit or stand in a good posture. Yourbody language can speak a lot about yourpersonality and character.

Talk to the interviewer confidently and ask himany company or job related questions if youwish.

Don’t appear artificial; just relax and keepyour calm when you are being interviewed.

9.1 How To Close An Interview From Your Side

After you are almost done the closing of theinterview also creates an impact so be careful withit. When asked about when you can join be confidentand give your date. Don’t hesitate to mention any

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leave or vacation that you already have scheduled.Discuss any salary issue if you need to. Get allyour queries cleared before leaving the room.

Before leaving, thank the interviewer for his/ hertime and shake hands properly. Smile and exit theroom gracefully. Smile at the secretary orreceptionist and thank her too. Remember to send athank you letter after you go back.

9.2 Conclusion

Although the job market is tough and competitive,there are no stops for the right candidate. If youhave it in you, all you need is to add a littleedge to it to stand out from the others. Yourresume and your words should be effective enough tosell you in the right manner and in the rightplace. I hope this e-book with all the compiledinstructions and details about how to face a moderninterview and crack it will help you achieveconfidence and success.