Interview Skills

Context
First impression is a Lasting Impression
It takes 15 seconds to assess an individual’s Education,
Intelligence, Attitude, Knowledge, Family,
Orientation, Culture and Trustworthiness.
Value Chain:
Self – Value – Belief – Attitude – Behavior - Outcome
Meaning
Interview is the ‘Internal’ or ‘Interactive view’ and
hence, is an ‘Evaluation of Personality’
Individual / Panel Interview
Technical / HR / Stress Interview
Entry / Evaluative / Exit Interview
Personality
Physical, Psychological and Social factors which
influence an individual’s interaction with a situation /
environment.

Health
Happiness - Hygiene
Humility - Harmony
Honesty - Honour
Key Indicators
Time management
Dressing & Grooming
Appearance and Countenance( Facial Expression)
Gestures & Posture
Quantity & Quality of Speech
Accessories
Confidence & Assurance
Preparation
Study your Resume
Know the Organization
Understand the Job Profile and Roles
Suitability Justification
References
Details of Previous Experience, Projects, etc.
Specific Achievement or Success
Questions, if any.
Do’s
Appearance – Clear and Comfortable
Body Language – Relaxed and Formal
Communication – Focused and Brief
Dressing – Adequate and Appropriate
Expression – Enthusiastic and Positive
Females – Acknowledgement and
Space
Dont’s
Do Not be Self Conscious
Avoid Gums, Glass and Head Gears (Caps)
Phone is an Instrument, not Ornament.
Never ask for Personal Number / Selfies /
Conversations / Chat / Networking
Cover tattoos / excessive Religiosity
Never Comment / Condemn / Criticize / Cry /
Cynicism
Questions
Introduce Your self.
Details of Education and Learning
What do you know about the Firm / Job?
What makes you suitable for the Job?
What are your Strengths and Weaknesses?
What would you want to be in 5/10 years?
What are your Greatest Achievements?
Any questions for us?
Technical Round
Based on specific Education and Skill qualifications.
- Present few observations about the Union Budget?
- What is Deficit Financing?
- The 4Ps of Marketing.
- What is Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs?
- What do you mean by Start up India?
- Meaning of the Blue Ocean Strategy.
- What is Artificial Intelligence?
- Speak on IoT.
HR Round
‘Evaluation of Inter personal Skills, to lead, motivate,
solve, etc.
- What makes you a Leader?
- How would you motivate subordinates?
- How do you resolve conflicts?
- How do you take decisions?
- What makes you a Team Player?
- How do you explain Positive Attitude?
- Explain your Personality Traits.
Stress Interview
‘To Evaluate Composure and confidence under difficult /
unclear situations’.
- What is Professional Attitude?
- What makes you Ethical?
- What is more important than money. Why?
- What makes you Happy?
- What are the 3 mistakes of your Life?
- How do you deal with an unethical Colleague?
Important
Maintain Eye contact
Listen, Well and Actively.
Do Not Interrupt
Be Positive and Pleasant
Disagree respectfully
Avoid Slang, Bilingual and Para language
‘Interview is a Conversation, not Interrogation, seek
learning & fun, not fear’
Thank you