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Interview Etiquette and Prep Guide

This document provides tips and guidelines for interview preparation and etiquette. It discusses the typical stages of an interview process including group activities, case studies, and personal interviews. For personal interviews, it recommends greeting the interviewer professionally, being prepared to discuss qualifications and experience, and asking thoughtful questions. Key preparations include researching the company, anticipating common interview questions, understanding one's own strengths and resume, dressing appropriately, and bringing relevant materials. During the interview, maintaining eye contact, listening attentively, and presenting a positive attitude are emphasized.

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Interview Etiquette and Prep Guide

This document provides tips and guidelines for interview preparation and etiquette. It discusses the typical stages of an interview process including group activities, case studies, and personal interviews. For personal interviews, it recommends greeting the interviewer professionally, being prepared to discuss qualifications and experience, and asking thoughtful questions. Key preparations include researching the company, anticipating common interview questions, understanding one's own strengths and resume, dressing appropriately, and bringing relevant materials. During the interview, maintaining eye contact, listening attentively, and presenting a positive attitude are emphasized.

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Interview Etiquettes & Preparation Tips

Saurav Aneja (Che- Dual) Placement Coordinator- PG (2006-07)

Interview Process
1.

Group Activity
- Focus on Initiative, Comm. Skills, Thinking on the Feet, Assertiveness and Awareness

2.

Case Study
- Focus on Reasoning, Problem Solving, Testing Hypothesis and Summarizing

3.

Personal Interview
- Focus on Credentials, Background, Personal Characteristics and Knowledge

Personal Interview

Either 1 on 1 Interview or with Interview Panel Three Parts of a PI: 1. Greetings and General Talk 2. Discussion of your Credentials/ Puzzles or Specific Problems 3. Your Questions

Preparation Before the Interview


1.

Know the Company


- History, Products, Competitors, Vision, Mission, Position Offered etc.

2.

Prepare for Likely Questions


- Tell me about yourself ? (Answer whats important for the company ?) - Why do you want to work for this Company ? - How can you contribute to this job ? - Greatest strength and weakness

Preparation Before the Interview Cont


3. 4.

Know yourself
- Your Qualities, Resume Content

Dress for Success


- Wear a Suit, White Shirt, Neat Hair-do, Leather Shoes & Matching Neck-tie

5.
6.

Be Early
- Relax and Organize your Thoughts.

Be Organized
- Carry your Resume, Latest Grade sheet, Certificates, Some Plane Sheets and a Pen in a nice looking Folder.

Tips for Personal Interview


1.

Greetings
- Walk straight, Have firm (not too strong) handshake, Smile, Ask permission to sit

2.

Show Interest
- Be enthusiastic, Present a positive attitude, pleasant humbleness helps.

3.

Be Attentive
- Sit Straight, Make Eye Contact, Listen carefully

Tips Personal Interview Cont..


4.

Discussing your Credentials


- Answer questions completely - Use STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) strategy for Behavioral Questions

5.

Your Questions
- Keep a few ready to demonstrate your interest and knowledge. Ask about Career Path, Job classification and Culture in the company.

Thank You

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