COMPILED BY R.

ARUL KAMALAKUMAR, ASST PROFESSOR Department of Chemical Engineering Anjalai Ammal Mahalingam Engineering College

THE INTERVIEWER(S).
..see you in flesh and blood

..can hear you speak

..can look you at your spoken

image

THE INTERVIEWEE
..get to know them ..come to know their

expectations ..can impress them with ones attitude, skills and knowledge (ASK Principle)

One have to encounter number of interview techniques during ones job search approaches vary according to the nature of the role and the industry and the nature of the interviews varies accordingly
THE TYPES OF INTERVIEWS ARE

BEHAVIOURAL INTERVIEW
The interviewer ask
Prepare by identifying 4 or 5

How you handled various situations in life The emphasis is on your experience and its relevance to the position for which you have been considered
(Normally for experienced people)

examples about faced challenges and achieved positive outcome,

IN EACH CASE, DESCRIBE A SPECIFIC TASK OR SITUATION THAT IS RELEVENT TO THE ROLE IN QUESTION

SITUATIONAL INTERVIEWS
The interviewer ask
Prepare by identifying the

Hypothetical questions, rather than asking for specific examples of past performance Similar to behavioral interviews-but emphasis on the skills and personality traits that are required for the role to be played
(Normally for medium experienced people, but now applicable for all specially for to act in team and KEY positions)

responsibilities to that might be given to you

BETTER TO KNOW ABOUT THE HIERARCHICAL ORDER OF THE FIRM AND KNOW ABOUT THE RESPONSIBLITIES TO BE CARRIED OUT FOR THE APPLIED POSITION

UNSTRUCTURED INTERVIEWS
The interviewer does
Prepare by identifying the your

not ask set of questions in a predetermined order This style is conversational and information is gained through a free flowing discussion
(Normally for more than half interviews are of this type, emphasis is on the thinking process and consistency)

style, consolidate your thoughts, ideas, anticipate questions relevent to the your thinking process rather than the position

YOU ARE RQUIRED TO CARRY THE CONVERSATION AND THE TOPICS YOU DISCUSS GENERALLY LEAD TO SUBSEQUENT QUESTIONS

PANEL INTERVIEWS
These consists of multiple
Prepare systematically both for

interviewers The members who are usually sourced from different parts of the organization.
(Normally for all top key position and forms as final stage of the interview process , emphasis traits on technical and non technical)

technical and non technical traits

Usually the panel consists of

Subject knowledge expert-

to test the subject knowledge Management representative-to test the ability as team player HR manager-to test the attitude and innate intrest

STRUCTURED INTERVIEWS Conducted with a proper setting and format STRESS INTERVIEWS Conducted to test ones ability to cope with stress SITUATIONAL INTERVIEWS Conducted to test how one reacts to a situation WALK IN INTERVIEWS Conducted in job fairs usually

TECHNICAL
Subject Knowledge Work Skills Finer Skills Communication Skills Ability to Listen Honesty Forthrightness

NON TECHNICAL
Body Language Gestures Dress Manners Etiquette Attitude

These type of questions predetermine the focus of your answer e.g. What skills do you have that relate to this position? Your information should be clear and specific

These type of questions are general and do not ask for specific information e.g. Tell us a bit about yourself You should be briefly summarize four areas: Education, Experience, Skills, Personal Attributes

These type of questions offer the opportunity to provide examples of past performance that may help determine future performance e.g. Tell us about a time when you displayed good leadership skills Your answer could be delivered using STAR model: Situation, Task or problem, Action, Result

These type of questions use a problem solving approach to determine the analytical and critical thinking abilities e.g. These what if questions are presented in the form of case examples or problem situations, you are asked to imagine yourself in that situation and will then be evaluated on how you would handle that situation

Your answer should be provided in logical sequence as following model which varies with situations, take time to think before responding, DONT RUSH

gather information evaluate prioritize seek advice if necessary weigh alternatives make and communicate your decision monitor results modify if required

so QUESTIONS may be classified as..

 These

questions prompt to answer in particular way

e.g. When did you complete your B.E degree?

LEADING QUESTIONS

 These

questions to find ones ability to react to a critical situation

e.g. Why did you choose this company?

PROBING QUESTIONS

 These

questions are to encourage a full, meaningful answer using ones - subject and general knowledge, feelings
e.g. Tell us about your higher education?

OPEN ENDED QUESTIONS

 These

questions are to find out precise answer, generally you have to answer either yes or no. e.g. Can you work in night shifts?

CLOSE ENDED QUESTIONS

appears enthusiastic seems to have managerial skills appears to know a lot has right attitude has a spark way ahead of others flawless expressions impressing personality learning kind

doesnt have spark too slow doesnt listen or think too confused or unclear couldnt express himself doesnt have much credentials may not adapt to situation poor physical appearance lack of courtesy and manners aggressive lack of tact and prudence poor eye contact

no previous or insufficient experience lacks qualifications unable to do the job for religious reasons disability not interested in the job applied for poor reference lied on application would not relocate candidate requires higher salary than authorized

ON THE DAY OF THE INTRVIEW

EXPECTED APPEARANCE - MEN

EXPECTED APPEARANCE - WOMEN

ON THE INTERVIEW TABLE

walk smartly but modestly from the entrance to

the table move right hand forward and bow down while shaking the hand sit standard position maintain moderate eye contact dont move head or hand aimlessly dont do anything distractive dont place your hands on the table dont lean back on the table pick up your papers on receiving signal from the chair person

JOB INTERVIEWS-BASIC TIPS

review your resume thoroughly learn more about the organization prepare answers to sensitive questions about yourself if possible have mock interview with friends / relatives arrive before the scheduled time of interview dress appropriately dont chew gum or smoke relax a bit answer each question concisely respond promptly use proper English, avoid artificial slang while coming out from the cabin dont look back

HOW TO PRESENT WELL IN INTERVIEW

listen well understand clearly about what you listen take time before you respond make eye contact use appropriate volume avoid monotone slow down to the point dont mumble pronounce the words correctly use right words be polite, respectful and sincere

SMALL THINGS MAKE PERFECTION BUT PRFECTION IS NOT A SMALL THING AND YOUR ATTITUDE DETERMINES YOUR ALTITUDES

Any questions