BM Seminar- Success in Interview - Ratnesh A Desai

BM Seminar Series

Success in Interviews

-Ratnesh A Desai

-Trainer, BM English

www.bmconsultantsindia.com

Why Are You Here...


• Name • Company, Designation • Expectation From This Workshop

Why Are You Here...


Why Are You Here...


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Importance of Job Interview • Making an Impression beyond resume • Two-Way Exchange of information • Selling Opportunity by highlighting skills • Get selected as the suitable candidate


How to Prepare for an Interview?


5 W’s of Job Interview Who?

• Family Background

• Relevant

Experience

• Authenticity

• Dress Up

• Body Language

• Social Media Presence

What? • Attitude

• Communication

• Personality Type

• Presentation

• Salary

Expectation

When? • Notice

Period

Where? • Location of

Profile

• 60 Minutes Prior to the Interview

Why? • Reason for

Change

• Suitability for job


5 W’s of Job Interview

5W’s of Job Interview:- • Help us know the FIVE AREAS to prepare • Help us know HOW to prepare • Help us know the Do’s and the Don’ts


5 Areas to Prepare for an Interview



1. Résumé also known as Curriculum Vitaé (CV)

2. Dressing & Grooming for an efficient look

3. Etiquettes with a professional touch

4. Body Language using mirror practice

5. Interview Questions most likely to be asked



Résumé OR

Curriculum Vitaé (CV)



1. Résumé



Dressing &

Grooming


2. Dressing & Grooming


Neat Hairstyle Neatly Groomed Hair

Pressed Collared Shirt Simple Tie

Pants or Knee-Length Skirted Suit

(Navy, Black, Charcoal)

Nylons or Dress Socks

Low to Medium Closed-Toe

Heel

Long Sleeved Pressed Shirt

Two or Three Piece Suit

(Navy, Black, Charcoal)

Matching Dress Socks

Dark Shoes www.bmconsultantsindia.com

NATURAL LOOKING MAKEUP

NICE SALWAR KAMEEZ

LITTLE or NO BULKY JEWELRY

PORTFOLIO


LIGHT BUTTON-UP SHIRT

PRESSED SUIT

APPROPRIATE LENGTH SKIRT

PORTFOLIO


PORTFOLIO

PRESSED DARK TROUSERS

MATCHING BELT & SHOES

BUTTON-UP SHIRT

POLISHED SHOES

APPROPRATE TIE

CLEAN SHAVEN

FRESH HAIRCUT


FRESH HAIRCUT

CLEAN SHAVE

APPROPRIATE TIE

PRESSED SUIT

PORTFOLIO

POLISHED SHOES



Etiquettes



Body Language



Interview Questions


Mock Interview


Mock Interview

Tell me about yourself.

• Most asked question • Ice-breaker • Not a life-story • Stick to education, career & current situation. • Mention from farthest back to the present.


Mock Interview

What do you know about this organization? • Vision & Mission of the company • Core business • Target Customers • Main players/decision makers • CSR Activities


Mock Interview

Why are you looking for another job (or why did you leave your previous job)? • Do not mention money at this stage • State developing career and self • Stay positive • Do not talk about drama if fired • Keep it brief


Mock Interview

Why do you want this job? I want to be a part of company which is: • Market Leader • Innovator • Provides vital service • Provides enough challenge to apply my skills.


Mock Interview

What is your greatest strength? • Remember to highlight related strength • Mention a number of qualities • Example: good motivator, problem solver,

performing well under-pressure, loyal, positive attitude, eager to learn, taking the initiative, attention to details etc.

• In the end mention your core strength


Mock Interview

What is your biggest weakness? • No weakness = You are obviously lying • Be realistic • Mention a small work related flaw (fault) • Emphasize your steps to overcome it • This question is about self-evaluation • Your answer must reflect that you are: (i) Human (ii) experienced (iii)able to correct


Mock Interview

How do you handle stressful situations and working under pressure? • I do not panic • I instead take a pause • I consider alternate solutions • I don’t hesitate to ask assistance • I don’t hesitate to seek guidance • I maintain constant communication


Mock Interview

What are you like working in a team? • I am an excellent team player • Mention what type of role you play • Example: leadership role, coordinating,

cooperative, problem-solver • Be prepared to give specific examples


Mock Interview

Tell me about a suggestion that you have made that has been successfully implemented. • This is to test your execution skills • Can you successfully implement plans? • Give a brief example from job • Fresher can quote examples of group projects


Mock Interview

Have you ever had to bend the rules in order to achieve a goal? • Beware of this question • Under no circumstances is it ok to break

company policy • This question is about being ethical • It judges loyalty towards company • Work ethic is very important for repeat success


Mock Interview

Are you willing to travel or relocate if necessary? • Be clear beforehand • There is no point in saying ‘yes’ if your

answer is ‘no’


Mock Interview

Why should we hire you? • Chance to stand out • Connect your achievement with the job • Highlight what you can do for the company • Align individual and company’s vision


Mock Interview

What is your salary expectation? • Remember knowledge is power • So try asking them the range • Be aware about industry standards • For new job profile – state the best estimate • If you want to advance in career, state money

is not the motivator


Mock Interview

Do you have any questions for us? • This question will come up every time. • Don’t reply “no questions” • Ask about the following: (1) Your job profile (KRAs) (2) How do you want my contribution to the company progress?


Take Away


Take Away Interview Tips & Questions: • www.rightattitudes.com

• www.careermonk.com

• www.callcentrehelper.com

• www.smarttalent.net

CV Preparation: • http://mavenperspectives.com

• www.visionlinerecruitment.com

• resume-formats.blogspot.com


BM Connect

www.bmconsultantsindia.com https://www.facebook.com/bmengspkg https://twitter.com/learngrammar http://www.youtube.com/bmenglishspkg


Company Profile

www.bmconsultantsindia.com www.bmconsultantsindia.com

http://www.bmconsultantsindia.com/

http://www.bmconsultantsindia.com/

About Us • Established in 2004 • 1,50,000 participants undergone various trainings • A team of 20 professional trainers • 4 English Communication Training Centers across Mumbai • Participants have been from varied backgrounds:

o Professionals (more than 60%)– Chartered Accountants, Software Engineers, Bank Managers, Engineers, Medical Doctors

o Students: (around 40%) – Graduate and undergraduate students from both vernacular medium & English medium schools


Training Solutions

For Individuals • Standard Programs

o Basic English Course o Advanced English

Course o Business English Course

• Customized Programs o Learn at your Office o Customized modules

• Train the Trainer –TTT o Become a trainer

For Corporate • Standard Programs

o English Fluency Course o Business English Course o Written & Verbal

Communication skills course

• Customized Programs o Spread over a weekends o Customized modules


Courses for Individuals • Basic English Course

o Comprehension, Reading, Writing, Basic Tenses, Introduction to Public Speaking, Grammar Basics, English Fluency

• Advanced English Course o Grammar, Fluency, Vocabulary, Public Speaking, Body

Language, Neutral Accent, GDs, Confidence Development , Personality Development

• Business English Course o Presentations Skills, Business Communication, Communication

Skills, Advanced Vocabulary, Email Drafting, Time Management, Delivering PowerPoint Presentations


Courses for Corporates • Standard Programs

o English Fluency Course • Grammar, Fluency, Vocabulary, Public Speaking, Body

Language, Neutral Accent, GDs, Confidence Development , Personality Development 2 Day Business English Course

o Business English Course • Presentations Skills, Business Communication, Communication

Skills, Advanced Vocabulary, Email Drafting, Time Management, Delivering PowerPoint Presentations


Training Program at Centers

• Locations: o Dadar, Andheri, Kandivali, Thane

• Timings: o One Hour Batches starting 7 am to 9 pm

• Frequency: o Monday to Friday o Weekend Batches

• Course Material o A grammar book, a course material book, a Video and an Audio

CD


Social Responsibility Initiatives

• Supporting NGOs for Student Education

o Conducting Sessions for economically challenges students • English Speaking • Personality Development

o Supporting initiatives from:

• Rotary Club of Mumbai- Kandivali West

• Rangoonwala Foundation India Trust


Corporate Clients


Vision To Educate and Empower

Individuals to be Global Leaders

Mission Create and conduct training programs that enhance the

quality of life of all individuals


BM Connect


BM Connect

www.bmconsultantsindia.com https://www.facebook.com/bmengspkg https://twitter.com/learngrammar http://www.youtube.com/bmenglishspkg



Thank you for participating in the BM Seminar. We are sure that you noted your points and will follow them to get to your success.

We have additionally listed the below Takeaways for you as a quick reference: It is OK to be nervous before an Interview, being calm and composed before the Interview starts

will help you. Take deep breaths and visit the restroom before the interview.

Polished Shoes create a very good impression. Use the rest room to clean them if needed.

Your Phone should be switched off during the Interview.

Saying 'Yes' when asked for tea or coffee is OK if it will help you get refreshed.

Keep the Resume on the top in your folder for easy access. Carry additional copies of Resume.

Present your Resume in a respectful manner to interview panel.

Remember to come back to Power Pose while seated in the Interview.

Answering " I do not know this, as I have not come across this ever" is an acceptable answer.

While answering maintain eye contact with member who asked the question from the Interview

panel.

Smiling when a difficult question is asked will help answer better.

Wishing the panel members good day with confident handshake at the end is recommended. Wish you a good luck for the next Interview and successful career ahead. BM English Speaking http://www.bmconsultantsindia.com BM Consultants India +91 8080721515

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