Interview guide made by Jothi ( 2014)
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The document provides guidance on common questions asked during job interviews and example answers. It suggests focusing answers on work experience, skills, strengths, goals, knowledge of the company, reasons for interest in the role and company, and asking questions about compensation, duties and expectations. Key points to cover include personal and professional background, motivation for applying, and ability to contribute value to the organization.
Interview guide made by Jothi ( 2014)
- 2. Tell me about yourself? Start with your Name Give your place information Education in short Job experience if any Family details in short Example: My name is Siva. I live in Chennai, with my family. I have qualified B.C.A in Thiruthangal Nadar College with 1st Class in 2013. I am new to this field also I am a fresher.
- 3. Why do you want to work at our company? Tell them what you like about company Relate it to your long-term career goals For Example: Sir, it is a great privilege for anyone to work in a reputed company like yours. When I read about your company I found that my skills are matching your requirements. Where I can showcase my technical skills to contribute to the company growth.
- 4. What are your strengths? Adaptability Hard working Honest Flexibility Optimistic Fast decision making Persistence Self motivated For Example: I am a honest, self motivated and hardworking boy with positive attitude towards my career and my life.
- 5. What are your Weakness? Straightforward Impatient Sensitive More talkative Trust people very quickly I can't say no when someone ask for help Take decisions very quickly Gets nervous when talk to strangers To speak lie is difficult for me I am a bit lazy about which I am not interested . For Example: I can't say no when someone ask for help and I am a bit lazy about which I am not interested.
- 6. Why should I hire you? Share your Knowledge Work experience Skills related to job Career Goal Examples: Sir, as I am a fresher, I have theoretical knowledge but I can do hard work for my organization. And I will put all my efforts for the good progress of organization. Being punctual and sincere, I can finish the work given to me on time and try my best to fulfill all the needs of company from me. With reference to my work experience, I Satisfy all the requirement for this job. I am sincere with my work & would never let you down in anyway. I promise you will never regret for the decision to appoint me in your organization.
- 7. Tell me what you know about this company? Study about the company in details Do the background work about new projects Know the names of their owners and partners Research about the company current issues Update your knowledge about their competitors For Example: It is one of the best fastest growing company in India. The work environment of the company is very good. People feel proud to be part of the company as company provides full support to their employees in professional front It has many branches across the world so I have good opportunity to show my talent.
- 8. Why are you looking for a job change? Thanks to previous Organization Explain what you learn from past job experience Share your reason for job change Relate to career goals Example: I am thankful to my previous organization because I have learnt a lot of things from there. According to me changes are necessary for everyone to enhance your skills, knowledge and for personal growth and financial growth. Your organization is the good platform where I can learn more.
- 9. What are your salary requirements? Never share your salary requirement as a fresher Experience candidate can share their expected salary Always say as per the company norms for the job Example: • I am a fresher. Salary is not first priority for me. This is a big platform to start my career and I also want to improve my knowledge and skill and gain experience. So I expect a considerable of salary according to my ability and your company's norms which will fulfill my economical needs.
- 10. What are your career goals? Short term goal Long term goal Example: My short term goal is to get a job in reputed company where I can utilize my skills and improve my career path. My long term goal is to be in respectable position in that organization.
- 11. Finally, do you have any questions to ask me? Express thanks Salary structure Job Timings Job Location Overtime allowance Training Period Transport Facility Example: Thank you for giving this opportunity. Sir I would like to know about the job timings and transport facility and what will be the job location and salary scale for this job in your organization?
- 12. Other Possible Questions Assuming that you are selected, what will be your strategy for next 60 days? I see, there’s some gap in your work history. Why? How long can you commit to work with us? How do you rate your communication skills?
- 13. Other Possible Questions How would you describe your own personality? How long would you expect to work for us if hired? Are you willing to work overtime? Nights? Weekends? Would you be willing to relocate if required?. Are you applying for other jobs?