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INTERVIEW SKILLS

An interview is a conversation where questions are asked and answers are given. In common parlance, the word "interview" refers to a one-on-one conversation with a person acting in the role of the interviewer and the other in the role of the interviewee. The interviewer asks questions, the interviewee responds, with participants taking turns talking.

Facts of Interviewing

 Interviews are the most widely used process for screening job applicants.

They provide the most direct information about a candidate's background, personality, and skills.

The purpose of an interview is to receive the job offer.

Know Yourself

• Employment objective and how it relates to the position and the employer.

 • Educational background and how it relates to the position and the employer.

 • Work experience.

 • Abilities and skills.

Always be able to give examples!

Know Yourself

• Employment objective and how it relates to the position and the employer.

• Educational background and how it relates to the position and the employer.

• Work experience.

 • Abilities and skills.

Always be able to give examples!

Interview Preparation

• Situational Knowledge

- Where/when the interview takes place

 - Arrive 10 minutes early!

• Mental Preparation

- Knowledge of company

- Practice a mock interview

• Physical Preparation

- Get plenty of rest

 - Dress for success

• Written Preparation

- Take extra resumes, references, etc.

- Make notes

– Ask questions

Types of Interviews

• Basic / traditional interview

•Telephone interview

 • Group interview

• Interview during a meal or social occasion

• Serial interview

5 Stages

Interview Process

 1. Icebreaker

- Greetings

 - First Impression

- Small talk

2. Personal Qualifications and Interest in Position

 - Abilities, Skills, and Work Experience

- Accomplishments and Activities

 - Goals

3. Organization and Position

 - Employer may test your knowledge of the company.

"Why do you want to work forthis company?"
"What do you know about thisdepartment?"

- Other general questions regarding the company or the job.

"What is your geographic preference?"

"Are you willing to relocate?".

4. Candidate Questions -

Your chance to ask questions about job

"What type of on the job training do you provide?"

 "What makes your company different from its competitors?"

5. Close and Follow-Up

- Find out who makes next move

- Thank the interview for their time

-Evaluate your performance

-Send a thank you note within 24 hours