Interviews

Introduction
The word interview is derived from intrevue
meaning sight between.

Interview is defined as any purposeful inter-personal

communication between two individuals.

It is a planned conversation with a predetermined

purpose that involves asking and answering
questions.
 Types of Interviews
Job
Exit
Evaluation
Counseling
Conflict-resolution
Disciplinary
Exit
Research
 Job Interviews

Face-to-face

Telephonic

Video
 Types of Job Interviews
The Screening Interview
The Selection Interview
The Panel Interview
The Stress Interview
 Interview Process

Establishing rapport

Gathering information

Closing
 Employer’s Expectation
Disposition
Career objective
Subject-knowledge
General knowledge
Communication skill
Mental agility
Consistency
Self-confidence
 Success Factors
Positive attitude towards work
Proficiency in the field of study
Communication skill-oral & written
Interpersonal skills
Confidence
Critical thinking & problem solving
Flexibility
Self-motivation
Leadership
Teamwork
 Failure Factors
Arrogance
Indifference
Uninhibited nervousness
Lack of concentration
Lack of crispness
Lack of social skills
Lack of firmness
Unsuitable personality
Pre-interview Preparation
Techniques

Know your resume well

Self Analysis
 Analyze your background
 Identify your accomplishment

 Identify your achievements

 Identify your special interest and hobbies

 Analyze your career goals

 Analyze your skills

Recognize areas for improvement and develop a

plan for downplaying these weaknesses in the
interview
Pre-interview Preparation Techniques
Research the Organization
Job Analysis
List the specific qualifications and requirements sought by
the employer.
Match these qualifications with the accomplishments that
you already wrote down
In order to support this, identify and list specific examples
(quantify if possible) of your past accomplishments
Be prepared to answer questions regarding gaps in your
skill level
Revise your subject Knowledge
 Know the Employer

• You should learn as much about the

company as you can
• Company website. Know it well!
• Company literature
• Annual reports
• Attend employer informational session at
the Career Center, if applicable
Pre-interview Preparation Techniques
Develop your interview file
 Original degrees,
 Certificates,
 Transcripts
 Experience certificate
 References
 Certificates of merit
 Copies of Resumes
 Your visiting cards
 Preparation
Go through a mock interview
Gather adequate inside information
Dress appropriately
Be prepared to ask questions
Memorize your resume
Be punctual
Relax
 During the Interview
Arrive 15 minutes early to allow time to relax and
complete any paperwork.
Learn the interviewer’s name and greet with a firm
handshake.
 Follow-up

Calling the interviewer

Write a thank you note

 Frequently Asked Interview Questions

Tell us something about yourself

What are your career objectives
What are your hobbies and personal interests
What makes you fit for the position
Why do you want to join our company
What according to you an ideal company to join
What do you look for in a job?
Tell us something about your work experience
Why did you leave your last job?
 Frequently Asked Interview Questions
Tell us something about your academic
achievements
Where do you see yourself in five years
Why are you interested in this job?
What are your duties in your present position
What are your strengths
What is your greatest weakness
Are you a leader or follower
How long would you stay with us?
How much are you looking for in terms of
remuneration?
What was the last book you read? Movie you saw?
 Tips for Success
Be well prepared
Brush up your subject knowledge & general
knowledge
Memorize your resume
Know about the company
Dress properly
Be smart, clean and well groomed
Carry all the papers required in a folder
Stay calm
 Tips for Success
Be polite
Be yourself, be honest
Show a real interest in job
Be aware of all answering techniques
Do not answer the question you did not
understand, ask for the clarification first
Speak clearly using positive words
Do not enter the cabin without asking for the
permission
 Tips for Success
Always greet the interviewer
Do not take your seat unless you are asked to
Switch off your cell phone
Respond both verbal and non-verbal cues of the
interviewers
Ask relevant questions only
Avoid becoming familiar and indulging in
unnecessary chit-chat
Provide examples of when you have successfully
worked in team environments
Demonstrate creativity and responsibility
 Tips for Success
Do not use the words of your native language
Do not answer questions with one word
Avoid repetition
Do not raise your voice
Do not interrupt the interviewer
Do not ask any personal question to the interviewer
Leave the place calmly
Thank before leaving
Beware of
Having an “I” attitude
Don’t overstate your accomplishments - be
honest
Negotiating too early
Doing this during the job interview sends a
message that you are more interested in
money than the job
Being too casual with the interview
Recognize that the job interview starts
when you first arrive and does not end until
you are out the door and on your way home
Crash and Burn
Displaying bad manners
 Poor etiquette and boorish manners send a message to the
interviewer that you will behave that way with clients
Demeaning your current or past employer
 It is a very small world, and reputations are made and
broken on the basis of sometimes unknown relationships
Being dishonest
 An interview is the time to put the best spin possible on
your career, but not at the cost of your integrity
 Telephone Interviews
Attend the call positively and politely
Keep all of your documents within easy reach of the
phone so that you can refer to them
Have a note pad and pen to take notes
Try to match your speaking rate and pitch with that
of the interviewer
Turn off stereo, television and all other distractions
 Guidelines
You give caller the information they need
Organize yourself well before you face a telephonic
interview
Address the caller as Sir or Madam.
Beware of giving Yes/No answers
Speak directly into the telephone
Do not smoke or eat while talking on telephone
 Conclusion
Interview is the process of marketing yourself.

Interview is the process of showing all your guts.

Interview is the process of evaluation of yourself.

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