SUCCESSFUL

INTERVIEW
STRATEGIES

INTERVIEW

Most intense `dyadic communication.

Dyad 2 persons seeking to exchange
information.
Helps both the interviewer and the applicant
achieve their goals.

TYPES OF
INTERVIEWS

JOB INTERVIEWS

To select dynamic people for the organisation.

PROMOTION INTERVIEWS

Used as an additional instrument for assessing

the suitability of an employee for a higher
post.
Less formal

ANNUAL INTERVIEWS

Used to confirm the achievements of the employee

and also to point out his strengths and weaknesses
More of discussion, less of Q/Answers

EXIT INTERVIEWS

Interact with the employee who has resigned

and to get his feedback on the issues that led to
his/her resignation.

SUB-CLASSIFICATION
OF
TYPES OF INTERVIEWS

STRUCTURED / FORMAL

Prepared qs asked.
Used in screening stage.
Conducted to gather facts at lower level.
Poor measure to assess applicants personal
qualities.

OPEN-ENDED/INFORMAL

Encourage the applicants to express freely.

Helps in bringing out an applicants
personality.
Conducted for middle/top level managers.

GROUP INTERVIEWS

Several candidates are interviewed together to

judge their inter-personal skills.

INDEPTH INTERVIEW

Brainstorming interviews.
Taken for hiring operational people.

STRESS INTERVIEW

Point blank questions asked.

Interviewee criticised for answer/ appearance.
Subject to long periods of silence and
deliberate interruptions.

BEFORE
THE
INTERVIEW

Know yourself- skills, accomplishments, interests

and personal values.
Know your resume- carry 2 copies; know contents
Know the company information about the genesis,
function & development plans of the org.
Know the position Job content, role,
responsibilities. Prepare with your strongest
qualifications.
Contd

Contd..
Rehearse possible questions.
Know the meeting time, place, name of the
interviewer; arrive early.
Speak with insiders to know about the work
culture, ethics, basic salary ranges; DO
NOT INTERROGATE!!

ATTENDING
INTERVIEW

Dress formally
Men light coloured shirt, deep coloured trousers,
polished shoes, a well-shaved face, neat hair, clipped
nails.
Women Light coloured saree/ corporate suit, min.
jewellery, comfortable footwear that dont reveal
toes, manicured nails with a very soft nail colour if
case may be.
Do not wear strong perfume/ cologne.
Wait patiently for a call.
On being called, dont dash into the room; knock
twice on the door & seek permission before entering
the interview-chamber.

DURING
THE
INTERVIEW

Give a +ve first impression; smile and time-wish;

Give a warm handshake on being offered.
Dont sit down unless asked; however, if a little late,
ask for permission to sit down.
Dont drag chair, sit straight, composed, comfortable
& confident.
Show enthusiasm, interest, listen attentively.
Never interrupt the speaker, point fingers.
Avoid confrontation.
Think & organise yr answers; do not think for long;
keep answers brief, stay focused and answer honestly

Never ignore any question; a polite `I am sorry, I am

not aware would suffice.
Look at all the interviewers while answering
If an interviewer is discouraging your correct
answers, dont lose cool; yet answer all the questions
without ignoring him/her
Ask thoughtful questions about the company/position.
Avoid first names, jargons, unfavourable comments
Avoid `know it all attitude.
Dont smile throughout, have a sober expression.
Thank all while leaving, lift the chair and place it
back in its position and dont slam the door.

AFTER THE
INTERVIEW

If any specific actions were to be

accomplished, do so promptly.
Send a prompt thank you note.
Record your experience ; learn from the
mistakes & improve them .

SURVIVING GROUP
EMPLOYMENT INTERVIEW

Dont try to dominate.

Dont be a passive listener.
Have the confidence to initiate & conclude the
discussion.
Do not interrupt abruptly.
Use the right tone and pitch, never scream.
Dont stare at just one person; address all.

INTERVIEWERS
RESPONSIBILITY

PREPERATION

Analyse the applicants resume carefully.

Focus on core information reqd.
Plan basic questions you would like to ask.
Be aware of national/state regulations
regarding fair employment practices.
Omit personal bias

DURING THE INTERVIEW

Greet the candidate warmly.

Put the candidate at ease; ask about his/her hobbies.
Make clear the purpose of the interview.
Ask only one question at a time; avoid personal
questions.
Be patient, allow candidate to become interactive.
Do not put the same question to all candidates.
Write notes as it will help in evaluation.