Ace Interview Skills to land your dream job

Ace Interview Skills to land your dream job

1. Just Crack IT!!!

2. 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.

3. Qualities Companies are Looking For : Technical Expertise Communication Skills Confidence Team Player Problem Solving Skills Integrity Well Groomed Personality Professional Etiquette Decision Making

4. Types of Recruiters Class Recruiters Mass Recruiters Mainly Focus on Technical Aptitude Mohan Energy HUL Samsung Sage Metals IBS Software NewGen Pfizer Focus on Technical Aptitude as well as Personality Traits TCS Tech Mahindra

5. Selection Process CV / Resume Telephonic Interview (Optional) Written Test *Aptitude Test Verbal Ability/Quantitative/Technical *E-mail Writing *Paragraph Writing Group Discussion / Extempore Personal Interview *Technical/HR/Managerial

6. Interview Preparation Know the Company Know the Venue, Route & Time Contact No. & Contact Person Preparation for various Rounds Prepare Portfolio Dress for Success Mock Interview Prepare FAQs (Technical/HR)

7. Portfolio Few copies of CV/Resume Few passport size photographs Blue and Black Pen Academic Certificates Copies of Certificates Samples of Work Reference Letters Recommendation Letters In a neat Portfolio Bag / Case

8. Professional Attire - Men If possible, wear a suit to the interview Avoid ties with elaborate patterns or too many colors A wedding ring and/or watch is generally the only jewelry that should be worn Belt and shoes should be same color Head to Toe: Hair should be well groomed and shoes should be polished Mild Fragrance

9. Professional Attire - Women A suit or dress is preferable Skirts should meet at the top of the knee or longer The amount of jewelry should be minimized Make-up should be light Mild perfumes and scented powders Pumps are preferable with 1 to 1.5 inch heels

10. Tell me about yourself Name (Optional) Value System Type of Person you are Academics Projects Job Experience (if any) Hobbies Achievements Career Objective Why this Company Strengths Family

11. FAQs (HR) About you Tell me about yourself - Bring me up to date with your CV? Why did you choose that particular degree programme? What experience have you had that is relevant to this post? What would you consider your major achievements to date? About the job What interests you about this job? What do you know about this organisation? What other options are you considering? How do you see your career developing – 5 years? If you were Head of Department, what would be your priorities?

12. Behavioral Interviewing In your own words, define the word “challenging”. Tell me about the most challenging course you have ever taken. Tell me about a job or difficult course where you picked up things more quickly than others. Give an example of a specific job condition, task, or assignment that was particularly displeasing. Give an example where you actively designed several solutions to a single problem Give an example of a situation where you were inventive and explored new ways of thinking. What was the outcome?

13. Body Language during Interview Greet the interviewer with a firm handshake Maintain good eye contact and posture Make sure you are energetic and enthusiastic Speak clearly and articulate Balanced Voice Tone & Pitch No Cross Legs or Arms Balanced use of Hands No Fidgeting Smile

14. Body Language POSITIVE Leaning forward = interest Smiling = friendly Nodding = attentive and alert Eye contact = curious and focused NEGATIVE Crossed arms = defensive Fidgeting hands or tapping feet = nervous or bored Lack of eye contact = untrustworthy Leaning back = discomfort

15. Stages of Interview Process Icebreaker Greetings First Impressions Small talk 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 for this company?” “What do you know about this department?” Other general questions regarding the company or the job. “What is your geographic preference?” “Are you willing to relocate?”

16. STAR Technique S ituation – describe the situation, problem, or issue that you encountered T ask – describe the tasks/responsibilities you took on to help solve the problem A ction – discuss the steps you actually took to effect a solution R esult – describe the positive results of your actions

17. Be on time Be friendly Show your enthusiasm Be positive and honest Maintain eye contact Express yourself Don’t criticize previous employers Emphasize your strengths Be yourself Avoid personal issues Be confident Be aware of body language Be a good listener Emphasize your strengths Be yourself Avoid personal issues Be confident Discuss ways you can contribute Be aware of body language Be a good listener Discuss ways you can contribute During the Interview

18. After the Interview Send a Thank you Note Review own performance what went well what went badly what you wished you had said prepare for next stage Invitation to second / final round interviews assessment centre psychometric testing panel interview Rejection letter / email if you can request feedback - use it

19. Top 10 Interviewing Blunders! Don’t prepare Poor communication skills Don’t talk enough Dress inappropriately Cell phone goes off Talk too much Fuzzy facts Give the wrong answer Badmouthing past employers Forget to follow up

20. Tips for Successful Interviewing Interviewing is a two-way process Never give “yes” or “no” answers Listen carefully and react Use specific examples to make your case The interview begins the minute you step onto the company lot Be positive!

21. Tips for Successful Interviewing Think like an employer Don’t criticize past employers or co-workers Be aware of illegal questions Maintain professionalism, even if the employer does not Be prepared for the unexpected Be aware of body language Be well-groomed

22. Useful Links (Training) Curriculum-vitae.in Resumeworld.com Idfy.com Visualcv.in Mbarendezvous.com Indiabix.com Mbauniverse.com About.com Technewsworld.com Networkworld.com Bigthink.com Quora.com Owl.english.purdue.edu Bbc.co.uk/ learningenglish Indiabix.com Mywordbook

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