interview handling skills

INTERVIEWS

Limbani Bhavik N.MCA

DCS (HNGU), Patan.

INTERVIEWSINTERVIEWS

A tool employed by the interviewer to assess

skills, talents,awareness levels, inquisitiveness

and more…

INTERVIEW TESTS &

EVALUATIONS

1. Aptitude Test.

2. Technical Test.

3. Group Discussion.

4. Psychological Test.

5. Personal Interview.

• Appearance & Action.• Communication.• Dressing sense.

INTERVIEW CLASSIFICATIONS

One to one – General or Technical.

Second interviews - Technical interview and / or a presentation

Panel – Consist of two or more

interviewers.

INTERVIEW PREPARATION

THE DAY OF THE INTERVIEW

DURING THE INTERVIEW

AFTER THE INTERVIEW BEFORE

AN INTERVIEW

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Research the organization.

Prepare a list of questions for the employer.

Practice answering potential interview questions.

Review your resume.

BEFORE AN INTERVIEW

Product line or services.

Accomplishments & failures.

Present price of stock.

Recent items in the news.

Information To Know About The Employer

RESEARCH THE ORGANIZATION

How do I Learn This information?

Friends or family members.

Stock reports.

Newspaper &Chamber of Commerce.

Company literature.

Annual reports.

Size & reputation in the industry.

REVIEW YOUR RESUME

Resume is an individual marketing tool

The Three Basic Types of Resumes

Chronological Resumes

The Combination Resume

The Skills Resume

REVIEW YOUR RESUME

Chronological Resumes

Best suited for entry-level job-seekers or those who have stayed in the same field.

The key components are –

Identification, Job Objective, Key Accomplishments, Education, Professional Experience, Affiliations/Interests, References (include a statement saying references

are available upon request).

REVIEW YOUR RESUME

The Skills Resume

It is used most often by people who are changing careers or who have gaps in their employment history. This is alsocalled as Functional Resume. Such as

Computer Skills, Customer Services Skills, Business Management Skills, Public Relations

REVIEW YOUR RESUME

The Combination Resume

It integrates the ideas of both a functional and chronologicalresume by listing specific jobs under broad skill headings. It highlights skills and is easy to follow.

This format allows you to state your most relevant Qualifications, Jobs and activity titles which are not directly related to the career goals.

Applying for different positions requiring the same skill

Your titles are impressive, but may be unrelated

E-mail Id

Name

Employment objective

Contact numbers

Address

REVIEW YOUR RESUME

Relevant skills

Education Profile

Additional activities

RESUME SHOULD INCLUDE

Employment Profile

Salary expectation

Me-oriented

Unnecessary information

References

Explaining numerous courses, accomplishments etc.

Inapplicable experience and education.

Stiff language

ERRORS COMMON TO A RESUME

Too Wordy

Interview Questions

I. EDUCATIONALV. JOB KNOWLEDGE

II. WORK

III. SELF-ASSESSMENT

IV. CAREER GOALS

THE DAY OF THE

INTERVIEW

Dress and adjust your

attitude for success.

Manage your

Time effectively

DRESS CODE - MEN

Sweatshirt & toolong pants.

Without a tie.The dark pants,

tie and shirt.

DRESS CODE - MEN

Lack of tie & collar.Facial hair, jacket

& pant coordination.Perfectly dressed for an interview.

DRESS CODE - MEN

T-shirts, tank tops

DO NOT WEAR

Shorts, sweat pants

Tennis shoes,sandals,chappals

Shoes with no socks

Denim jeans, shorts or shirts

Earrings or excessive jewelry

Unbuttoned shirts

MEN'S INTERVIEW ATTIRE

Wear a matching suit in navy blue,

black or gray color.

Light color shirts & dark trousers.

Simple tie (silk) should coordinate

with the jacket and pant .

Socks should be calf-length & abovein dark blue, black or gray color.

Wear clean, and polished shoes.

MEN'S INTERVIEW ATTIRE

Short hair cut and no facial hair.

Leather belt that matches your shoes.

Lace-up (not slip-on) dress shoes. Should be dark or blend with pant.

Cologne should never be strong.

Your briefcase is part of visual effect.

DRESS CODE - WOMEN

Transparent Top . Revealing dress .Top is too tight.

DRESS CODE - WOMEN

Necklace is too bold Too casual.Bit too bold pattern.

DO NOT WEAR

DRESS CODE - WOMEN

Excessive makeup and perfume.

Excessive jewelry.

Tennis shoes, thongs or sandals

Denim jeans and tights.

Very short skirts, or revealing dress.

Low-cut or see through dresses or tops

WOMEN'S INTERVIEW ATTIRE

Light colored salwar kameezes /sarees / western formal

Hair should be neatly tied and well groomed.

Chiffon and georgette saris areElegant with pearls.

Cotton sarees, well starched and neatly pinned.

Salwar-kameez secure the dupatta with pins.

Wear flat shoes or low pumps in colors. Avoid open-toed shoes.

Use natural-looking makeup and clear nail polish.

WOMEN'S INTERVIEW ATTIRE

Avoid too many rings / bangles.

Do not carry a purse with a briefcase.

Perfume should never be strong.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Select apparel, fragrances, jewelry, hairstyle, etc.that do not detract from your professional image. .

Apparel - clean and neatly pressed.

Don’t carry plasticbags or folders,instead

carry formal folder .

Visible tattoos should be covered .

Apparel - professional,comfortable and fit well .

Always carry pen and notepad.

Remove facial and body piercing other than single ear jewelry .

Hair - clean , neat &professionally styled.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Research the job and company.

Extra copy of your resume & list of references.

Carry all important certificates.

Eye Contact is Key.

Carry a portfolio note-pad .

Treat the receptionist with respect.

Make all correspondence neat and error-free.

Be aware of your non-verbal behaviors.

Be enthusiastic, courteous and alert throughout

Don’t yawn , smoke , chew your nails or chew gum.

No frequently touching your mouth

No folding or crossing your arms

No faking a cough to think about the answer

No gnawing on you lip

No Tight or forced smiles

Don’t let the employer’s casual approach cause you to drop your manners or professionalism

Be aware of your non-verbal behaviors

ATTITUDE & BEHAVIOR

No Limp handshake

Project a positive image and attitude

MANAGE YOUR TIME EFFECTIVELY

Know the location of interview.

Ask for directions when arranging for the interview.

Plan your trip so you arrive at the interview approximately 10

minutes early.

Realize that your interview starts the minute you arrive.

DURING THE INTERVIEW

Follow the lead of the interviewer.

Determine the next step.

FOLLOW THE LEAD OF THE INTERVIEWER

Don't ever interrupt the interviewer.

Don't be shy , self-effacing, aggressive, pushy or egotistic.

Wait until you are asked to be seated.

Understand the question before you answer.

Listen carefully.

If the question is unclear, ask politely for clarification.

Speak clearly and enthusiastically.

Get directly to the point.

Always offer positive information.

Honesty is the Best Policy.

Try not to open yourself to areas of questioning that could pose difficulties for you.

Be professional, Be yourself and be keep Calm.

Develop a Rapport with the Interviewer.

Address the interviewer by name.Don't call the interviewer by their first name unless invited to do so.

Sit straight, smile as often as you can, maintain eye contact, lean forward but not invading the interviewer's space.Avoid fidgeting and slouching.

Do not Forget to Thank Them.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Tell me about yourself.

How has your experience prepared you for your career?

What are your major weaknesses? Strengths?

How do you cope with pressure?And what motivates you to do a good job?

Do you like to work independently or as a team?

What is your definition of Success?

What do you plan to be doing in five years’ time?


What made you choose CFA?

What are your short and long term goals? List 2-3 of your greatest achievements since you’ve been in college.

What sort of serious problems have you experienced in your education and internship programs, and how have you handled them?

What sort of criteria are you using to decide the organization you will work for?

What contributions could you make in this organization that would help you stand out from others applicants?


Which subjects have you enjoyed studying the most and which one you dislike and why?

What qualities should a successful CFA Possess in regard to job requirements?

What are your expectations regarding career progress and

promotion?

Are you willing to work flexible or long hours?

Are you willing to spend at least six months as a trainee?


In what kind of work environment are you most comfortable?

Are you willing to relocate?

Are you willing to travel?

What other jobs/companies are you considering?

How would you develop team spirit among the people

that you work with?


Do you prefer working independently or as part of a team?

If you feel you have any weaknesses with regard to this job, what would they be?

Assuming we make you an offer, what do you see as your future here?

What is your leadership style? Please give examples of this style in a real situation.

Tell me about a situation when you had to learn something new in a short time. How did you proceed?


How would you resolve conflicts with employees, coworkers, and your superiors?

If you worked for a boss you had difficulty getting along with, how would you handle the situation?

Think about a complex project or assignment that you have been assigned. What approach did you take to complete it?

Give me the names of three famous people you admire and tell me what you admire about them.

QUESTIONS FOR THE EMPLOYER

Could you explain your organizational structure and management style.

What are the greatest strengths of this company?

What is the history of this position? Describe the ideal candidate for this job.

Would there be opportunities for advancement,how long before I might be considered for one?

How will my performance be measured? And by whom?How often?

How soon do you expect to make a decision?


How does the organization rank within its field?

Does the company plan to expand?

How is this department perceived within the organization?

What have been its goals in the last year, and, did it meet them?

What would be the goals of the department in the coming year?

What are the most important problems to solve first?


What is your management style?

What would you expect me to accomplish in this job?

Why isn't this job being filled from within?

If this position is offered to me, why should I accept it?

If I am offered the position, how soon will you need my response?

How much authority will I have in running the department?

DETERMINE THE NEXT STEP

Understand the next step in the hiring process.

Know when and from whom you should expect to hear next.

Know what action you are expected to take next, if any.

Always thank the interviewer for his time and establish a follow-up plan.

Offer a firm handshake and make eye contact at the end of the interview.

Depart gracefully.

CLOSING THE INTERVIEW

Summarize your qualifications.

Ask for the job.

Ask what their interest is in you.

Mention that you can start after a reasonable notice.

Ask if there is any additional information and/or references you

can provide.

Analyze the interview.Follow up.

AFTER THE INTERVIEW

Analyze the interview.

Follow up.

ANALYZE THE INTERVIEW

How interested the employer seemed in you.

Did you make particular points which really stood out.

Were your questions answered?

Don't dwell on the mistakes you made.

Consider it a valuable lesson and concentrate on your next

interview.

FOLLOW UP

Following up with a letter is essential.

Call to ask if you can provide other information to help the decision-making process.

Remind that you're still very interested.

Send a thank-you letter .

OFFER LETTER

Evaluate if the job really interests you.

If yes, confirm your acceptance of the interviewer's job offer.

If no, decide how to reject the offer tactfully.

If you don't get the job, don't take it personally or get discouraged.

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