interview skills byBahg Chand

8/14/2019 interview skills byBahg Chand

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- A structured meeting

between you and an

employer

- Interviewing is a skill-

like riding your bike

- PRACTICE makes

PERFECT


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- Employers are

attempting to determine

if you are an

appropriate fit for the

job and their culture

- You decide if the

environment is right for

you.


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Phone: used as an initial screen of candidates or tonarrow the pool of applicants

One-on-One: most common interview style andincorporates you with the potential employer

Panel or Group: allows many individuals to interviewyou at once

Meal: used to see how you interact or function in asocial setting

Second or On-site Interview: this allows one to get atour of the facility, meet the staff, and additionalquestioning from different employees and/oradministration


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Be sure to allow yourself plenty of time to

arrive at your destination (you may want to

conduct a dry run prior to your interview day)

Try to arrive 10-15 minutes early at the siteto allow you to park, walk to the interview, use

the restroom, or just gather yourself


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Greeting & Introduction

Only 1 chance to make

a good 1st impression

Dress appropriately

Smile

Maintain eye contact

Firm handshake

Be confident


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Body Language:

What signals are you sending?Positive Signals

Leaning forward = interest

Smiling = friendly

Nodding = attentive and alert

Eye contact = curious and

focused

Negative Signals Crossed arms = defensive

Fidgeting hands or tapping

feet = nervous or bored

Lack of eye contact =untrustworthy

Leaning back= discomfort


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Types of Interview Questions

Standard or

traditional-targeting your education,

work experiences, andcareer goals

Sample Questions

Tell me about yourself?

What is your greatest strength?

Weakness?

Why did you choose to interview

with us?

What did you like most about

your last job? Least?

What are your short and long

term career goals?


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Behavioral Questions

-These focus on your

actions and/or

behaviors in a previous

setting.

- Past behavior provides

clues to future behavior

Sample Questions

Describe a time you had to

make a difficult decision?

Tell me about a time you

worked under a deadline?

What do you do when a team

member is not pulling his/her

weight?

Think about a time you made

a mistake. What did you learn

from it?


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Inappropriate or unethical

questions

- Questions which probe into your

private life or personal

background- Questions about your ethnicity,

religion, sexual orientation,

disabilities, marital status

Sample Questions

How old are you?

Do you have children?

Do you have adisability?

What religion do you

practice?


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Questions asked by the

interviewee

To determine if you are an

appropriate fit for the

company and position,

prepare a list of

questions for the

interviewer

Sample Questions What type of assignments can I

expect within the first year?

What do you like most aboutthis company?

What is the biggest challengefacing this department rightnow?

What skills are you looking for inthis position?

What is the next course of

action?


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General Interview Strategies

-Be prepared to talk about yourself and your

experiences

-Master the art of storytelling

-Provide specific and concrete examples of yourresults/accomplishments

-Remain positive, enthusiastic, poised, and confident

throughout the interview process


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Remember an interview is a formal conversation--avoid filler words like Um, Ah, & You know

Avoid indecisive phrases like: I think, I guess,probably, or pretty good

Think before speaking Avoid long verbose answers--limit your response to

1-2 minutes

If you do not hear or understand a question, ask them

to repeat or clarify it for you


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Remain calm, relaxed,

and be yourself

Try to focus on the

message you are trying

to convey--NOT how

well you are doing!


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Dressing for Success-Men

Blazer

Polished shoes

Solid white shirt

Conservative tie

Neatly groomed hair, beard,and mustache

Avoid strong colognes,

earrings, and body piercing


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Dressing for Success-Women

Sari or Salwar Kamiz

Pant or skirt suit

Pumps with small tomedium heels

Light makeup, perfume,

and jewelry

Wear neutral colorhosiery


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FOLLOW-UP

Ask good questions

Thank the interviewer

Request a business card

Inquire about next steps in the process


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FOLLOW-UP CONT

Send a thank you note

within 24 hours

Letter may be

handwritten or typed; e-

mail is also acceptable


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Final Thoughts

Remember that only 15% of the success ofan interview is out of your control

Take some time to reflect

- Overall, how well did I do?- What went well?

- What steps can I take next time to

improve?


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Suggestions

Conduct a test run the day before the interview

Practice! Practice! Practice!

Obtain a list of practice interview questions and jotdown short answers

Stand in front of a mirror and rehearse youranswers

Schedule an appointment for a mock interview withCareer Services

Get a good nights sleep-be well rested and alert forthe interview

Be relaxed and be yourself!


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Thanking you

&

All the best !

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