Interview Tips

Respected Freinds,




Greetings for the day.


I would like to share the following forwarded message with all of you , as, I feel that facing the Interview Board is always a challenge for every one.

Hope this wouldbe helpful for many professionals.




Interview Tips

· Beginning the Interview

· Greet the interviewer standing up, with a strong handshake, good eye contact and a smile. Try not to turn your back to the interviewer to close the door – keep your body language open, and retain the connection. Follow the lead of the interviewer – small talk/direct approach

During the Interview:

· Listen – carefully to the introduction and to every question

· Clarify - Answer the question that is asked, not what you wish was asked! Ask for clarification if you are unsure

· Detail – do not rush through your answers, give sufficient detail

· Examples – Give concrete examples where possible

· Relax – try not to sound to rehearsed

Body Language:

· Eye contact – strong and effective, natural and interested

· Affirmation – nods, and agreement where necessary. Show that you are listening

· Seating position – avoid barriers if possible (e.g. tables)

· Comfortable – sit in a comfortable position, but not TOO relaxed, (e.g. Legs crossed)

· Positive & Open – non defensive stance: Do not cross your arms, do not wring your hands, face the interviewer, cross your legs towards the interviewer if at all, use your hands to be expressive

· Sitting forward/ Sitting back – Affirmation

Questions:

· Ask some questions at the end of the interview

· Listen to the answers

Right Impression Tips

Before the interview stage, you create the right impression by

· How you Make Contact – Telephone, Email, Walk – in

· Interaction with others – PA, Office Manager – They may have input!

· CV/ Resume – Creates an important impression, and may be the first impression.

· Arranging Interview – be flexible, but also ensure that the time does suit you. You do not want to be under additional pressures

Research:

· The company

· The industry

· The competition

· Ask the Recruitment Consultant for as much info as possible

· Internet research Into other similar positions

· Networking

The Role:

· Research the position

· Ask the Recruitment Consultant for as much info as possible – have other candidates been rejected, what questions have been asked in interview, what is the employer looking for in interview, do they know the interviewer?

· Ask the HR Manager for job description & specification

· Ask if there will be any additional assessments on the day and if you need to bring anything with you

Resume:

Review your CV - This is the only info the Recruiter has about you so far. Compare against the job spec – identify your areas of strength and weakness. Preempt questions that the employer may have about your CV – are the dates clear, info on previous companies.

Questions:

· Prepare questions for your employer about the company/ role.

Question Tips

Some Typical interview questions,

· Tell me about yourself – be prepared, not too much not too little, focus on the professionally positive always..

· Why did you leave your last position/ company – stay positive always!!

· What do you know about our company – show that you have done your homework

· Why do you want to work here – what can you offer them, what can they offer you. What are your goals?

· What are your strengths and weaknesses – honest & positive

· What has been your most significant achievement?

· How would your last boss describe you – do not go over the top!

· Why should we hire you – what can you offer them

· What are your salary requirements – be confident but not pushy

@NIL

-ANIL JHAROTIA

ANILJHAROTIA@ YAHOO.COM