Lead to interview

LEAD TO INTERACTION

Your guide to a better future…

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What is an interview?

Meeting between an applicant for employment and a company representative

Examine the suitability of the candidate

Tested for subject knowledge, skills and desired behavior in a very limited time

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Defining an interview

How to prepare?

Review yourresume

Research the organization

and job profile

Check your attire

Prepare your

answers

022-6999-5888www.aasaanjobs.com Procedure to prepare for an interview

How to prepare?

Your Resume

Your personal marketing

tool1st interaction with the employer Read your resumePrepare answers for possible questionsKeep it up-to-dateMention your key selling points


Significance of a resume

Your Research

Search through the website, annual reports and other articles about the company

Speak to experts who are connected to the company or industry

Pay a personal visit ( if possible) prior to the interview

Research the job profile and the growth of the sector

Know the type of skills required for it

Find out the current issues related to it

022-6999-5888Knowing more about your organization and job profile

Organization Job Profile

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Your Attire


Your attire speaks 90% of your impression

In an interview your attire plays a supporting role

Dressing nicely and appropriately is a compliment to the person you meet, so if in doubt, err on the side of dressing to a higher standard than you might need to

Appropriate attire supports your image as a person who takes the interview process seriously and understands the nature of the industry in which you are trying to become employed.

Your Answers

022-6999-5888www.aasaanjobs.com Possible questions and tactics to approach them

Q)Tell me about yourselfYou need to have a short statement prepared in your mind. Be careful that it does not sound rehearsed. Talk about things you have done and jobs you have held that relate to the position you are interviewing for. Start with the item farthest back and work up to the present.

Q)What do you know about this organization?This question is one reason to do some research on the organization before the interview. Find out where they have been and where they are going. What are the current issues and who are the major players?

Q)Are you applying for other jobs?Be honest but do not spend a lot of time in this area.Keep the focus on this job and what you can do for this organization.

Q)Explain how you would be an asset ?It gives you a chance to highlight your best points as they relate to the position being discussed.

Q)What irritates you about co-workers?Think real hard but fail to come up with anything that irritates you. A short statement that you seem to get along with folks is great.

Your Answers


Q)What kind of salary do you need?A nasty little game that you will probably lose if you answer first. So, do not answer it. Instead, say something like, that’s a tough question. Can you tell me the range for this position? In most cases, the interviewer, taken off guard, will tell you. If not, say that it can depend on the details of the job. Then give a wide range.

Q)What is your greatest strength?Stay positive. A few good examples: Your ability to prioritize, Your problem-solving skills, Your ability to work under pressure, Your ability to focus on projects, Your professional expertise, Your leadership skills, Your positive attitude

Q)How do you propose to compensate for your lack of experience?First, if you have experience that the interviewer does not know about, bring that up.Point out (if true) that you are a hard working quick learner.

Q)Why do you think you would do well at this job?Give several reasons and include skills, experience and interest.

Q)What is more important to you: the money or the work?Money is always important, but the work is the most important. There is no better answer

Your Answers


Q)Do you have any questions for me?Always have some questions prepared. where you will be an asset to the organization are good? How soon will I be able to be productive? And what type of projects will I be able to assist on?

Q)What have you learned from mistakes on the job?Here you have to come up with something or you strain credibility. Make it small, well-intentioned mistake with a positive lesson learned. An example would be working too far ahead of colleagues on a project and thus throwing coordination off.

Q)What are you looking for in a job?Stay away from a specific jobThe best is to stay generic and say something like: A job where I love the work, like the people, can contribute and can,t wait to get to work.

Q)What has disappointed you about a job?Don’t get trivial or negative. Safe areas are few but can include: Not enough of a challenge. You were laid off in a reduction, Company did not win a contract, which would have given you more responsibility.

More Questions

022-6999-5888www.aasaanjobs.com Probable questions you should prepare on

Tell me about the most fun you have had on the job. What has been your biggest professional disappointment? Describe your work ethic. What position do you prefer on a team working on a project? Tell me about a time when you helped resolve a dispute between others? What qualities do you look for in a boss? Do you think you are overqualified for this position? If you were hiring a person for this job, what would you look for? Describe your management style. Do you have any blind spots? Are you willing to put the interests of the organization ahead of your own? Would you be willing to relocate if required? What motivates you to do your best on the job? Do your skills match this job or another job more closely? Tell me about your ability to work under pressure? Tell me about your dream job.

Things you should know

022-6999-5888www.aasaanjobs.com Keep track of a few details post interview

Before you give a final answer, take time to learn a little more about what the company has to offer.But regardless of your seniority or the type of company you’re joining, you should never assume that any offer is a take-it-or leave-it proposition. Make sure you’re getting the best possible package by researchingSome of the points to discuss upon are :

CompensationTravelling ExpensesEmployee Education ProgrammesVacationWork-life Balance

Things you should know

Guidelines to a better interview

Guidelines

022-6999-5888www.aasaanjobs.com Guidelines to help you enhance your interview more

Switch off your phone or turn the silent mode on Practice you handshake Admit if you don’t know any answer, do not lie Keep your calm Do not fiddle with hair or pen Keep your body language confident Choose your attire in advance Avoid getting into any discussion prior to an interview Always follow up with the HR with a thank you email

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