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Interview Preparation and Tips Guide

An interview is a process where an employer assesses a candidate's suitability for a job while the candidate demonstrates their skills. Key stages include application screening, competency tests, and negotiations, with desirable qualities such as clarity of thought and maturity. Successful interview preparation involves knowing the company, practicing common questions, and adhering to verbal and non-verbal communication tips.

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Interview Preparation and Tips Guide

An interview is a process where an employer assesses a candidate's suitability for a job while the candidate demonstrates their skills. Key stages include application screening, competency tests, and negotiations, with desirable qualities such as clarity of thought and maturity. Successful interview preparation involves knowing the company, practicing common questions, and adhering to verbal and non-verbal communication tips.

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Definition

 The word ‘interview’ comes from ‘inter’ and ‘view’. ‘Inter’


means in between , and ‘view’ means to see .

 An interview is a process in which the employer gets an


opportunity to see whether the candidate is suitable for the
position vacant, and the candidate tries to prove that
he/she possesses the desired skills and knowledge.

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Process
 Gathering information

 Establishing a rapport

 Closing your interview

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Objectives to be Achieved at the Close of the
Interview
 Make it clear that you want the job
 Set the stage for the next step
 Create a final good impression
 Get an actual offer

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Stages in Job Interviews
 Screening of Application
 Competency Tests/Technical Know-how
 Group Discussion
 Medical Test
 Appraisal of Curriculum Vitae (CV)
 Psychological Tests/Aptitude Test
 Negotiation

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Desirable Qualities
 Clarity of thought
 Presence of mind
 Balanced point of view
 Cool composure
 Logical thinking
 Maturity
 Sincerity
 Openness
 Capacity to conceptualize
 Good understanding of fundamentals

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Preparation for a Successful Job
Interview
 Know the Company
• History; Projects Undertaken; and Growth

 Know Yourself
• Strengths and Uniqueness; and Competitive Advantage

 Review Common Interview Questions


• Example: Tell me about yourself.
What is your greatest strength and weakness?
Are you a team player?
Explain how you would be an asset to the organization?
Why should we hire you?
Why do you want this position?
Where do you see yourself five years down the line?

 Prepare Questions You Want to Ask the Interviewer


Example: If you hire me, what would be my first assignment?

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Verbal and Non-verbal Tips
 Dress professionally
 A strong and firm handshake
 Sit up straight and exhibit confidence as well as interest
 Maintain an eye contact with the interviewer(s)
 Do not forget to smile occasionally
 Do not move your legs a lot
 At the end of an interview, stand up and shake hands
while you thank the interviewer for the opportunity
 Avoid speaking in a monotone
 Ensure that your voice does not sound apologetic or
nervous

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Tips for Success in Interviews
Dos
 Find out about the company.
 Practice.
 Greet interviewers enthusiastically and sit comfortably.
 Dress smartly to make a good first impression.
 Be mentally alert.
 Stay positive.
 Focus on what you have to offer, not what you want.
 Appear confident.
 Be prepared to ask the interviewer questions.
 Thank the interviewers before leaving.

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Tips for Success in Interviews
(Contd.)
Don’ts
Don’t tell lies.
Don’t blame your circumstances.
Don’t find faults with your earlier employer or company.
Don’t make tall claims about your skills.
Don’t fidget about in your chair.
Don’t use vocalized pauses while answering.
Don’t look down or make furtive eye contact with interviewers.
Don’t bluff about issues you are not aware of.
Don’t keep on simpering sheepishly or answer emotionally.
Don’t exhibit your nervousness.

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