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- 3. WHAT ARE THE THINGS ASSESSED ? A) Critical Employability Skills: Communications Skills Analytical/Research Skills Computer/Technical Literacy Flexibility/Adaptability/Managing Multiple Priorities Interpersonal Abilities Leadership/Management Skills Planning/Organizing Problem-Solving/Reasoning/Creativity Teamwork Smart Steps
- 4. WHAT ARE THE THINGS ASSESSED ? B) Personal Values: Honesty/Integrity/Morality Adaptability/Flexibility Dedication/Hard-Working/Work Ethic/Tenacity Dependability/Reliability/Responsibility Loyalty Positive Attitude/Motivation/Energy/Passion Professionalism Self-Confidence Self-Motivated/Ability to Work With Little or No Supervision Willingness to Learn Smart Steps
- 5. Interview Tips Research as much as you can about the company - products, services, markets, competitors, trends, current activities, priorities Prepare your answers for the type of questions you'll be asked, especially, be able to say why you want the job, what your strengths are, how you'd do the job, what your best achievements are Prepare good questions to ask at the interview Assemble hard evidence of what you've achieved in the past Smart Steps
- 6. Interview Tips Make sure your resume/cv is up to date, looking very good and even if already supplied to the interviewer take three with you (one for the interviewer, one for you and a spare in case the interviewer brings a colleague in to the meeting). Get hold of the material and read the about the organization and the role Review your personal goals and be able to speak openly and honestly about them and how you plan to achieve them. Ensure you have two or three really good reputable and relevant references, and check they'd each be happy to be contacted. Smart Steps
- 7. Interview Tips Adopt an enthusiastic, alert, positive mind-set Try to get some experience of personality tests Think about what to wear and dress appropriately Smart Steps
- 8. Session # 1 Smart Steps
- 9. About FACTSET FactSet Research Systems is a leading provider of financial information and analytical applications to the global investment community. FACTSET is headquartered at Connecticut, America FactSet provides a platform to monitor global markets, public and private companies, and equity and fixed income portfolios With FactSet provides customized analytical reports and charts to clients Mr.Philip Hadley is the Current CEO Revenues are close to – 641 Million Dollars FactSet is a one-stop source for financial information
- 10. What do they expect from you Ability to implement processes effectively. Good numerical ability and accurate reporting. Good communication skills for leading the teams and to align teams with client deliverables. Post Graduates in commerce/MBA –finance /CA /ICWA /MFM. Excellent written skills – ability to prepare reports. Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively. Willingness to stretch and lead by example. Willingness to work in shifts Ability to work with other groups in a deadline focused environment Knowledge of Financial Markets Graduation / PG in Commerce / Finance Computer skills: Internet, MS-Office Good numerical / Analytical skills Flexibility to work in shifts
- 11. What are your greatest strengths? Smart Steps
- 12. A proven track record as an achiever...especially if your achievements match up with the employer's greatest wants and needs Intelligence...management "savvy" Honesty...integrity...a decent human being Good fit with corporate culture...someone to feel comfortable with...a team player who meshes well with interviewer's team Likeability...positive attitude...sense of humor Good communication skills Dedication...willingness to walk the extra mile to achieve excellence Definiteness of purpose...clear goals Enthusiasm...high level of motivation Confident...healthy...a leader
- 13. What are your greatest weaknesses? Smart Steps
- 14. Disguise a strength as a weakness Example: “I sometimes push my people too hard. I like to work with a sense of urgency and everyone is not always on the same wavelength.” Drawback: This strategy is better than admitting a flaw, but it's so widely used, it is transparent to any experienced interviewer.
- 15. Why should I hire you? Smart Steps
- 16. TRAPS: Believe it or not, this is a killer question because so many candidates are unprepared for it. BEST ANSWER: Important to uncover and know more about the employer’s needs Match your strengths to their needs The answer can give a huge edge over other candidates who have not prepared
- 17. Where do you see yourself five years from now? Smart Steps
- 18. TRAPS: Interviewers ask this question is to see if you’re settling for this position or they could be trying to gauge your level of ambition. If you’re too specific, i.e., naming the promotions you someday hope to win, you’ll sound presumptuous If you’re too vague, you’ll seem rudderless. BEST ANSWER: Reassure your interviewer that you’re looking to make a long-term commitment As for your future, you believe that if you perform each job at hand with excellence, future opportunities will take care of themselves.
- 19. Describe your ideal company, location and job Smart Steps
- 20. TRAPS: This is often asked by an experienced interviewer and it often gets a candidate to reveal that, indeed, he or she is looking for something other than the position at hand. BEST ANSWER: Describe what this company is offering, being sure to make your answer believable with specific reasons, stated with sincerity
- 21. Why do you want to work at our company? Smart Steps
- 22. TRAPS: Tests whether you’ve done any homework about the firm. If you haven’t, you lose. If you have, you win big. BEST ANSWER: This question is your opportunity to win big Better to do in-depth research before any interview
- 23. Can you work under pressure? Smart Steps
- 24. TRAPS: An easy question, but make your answer believable. BEST ANSWER: Absolutely…(then prove it with a vivid example or two of a goal or project accomplished under pressure)
- 25. Who has inspired you in your life and why? Smart Steps
- 26. TRAPS: The two traps here are unpreparedness and irrelevance BEST ANSWER: Have a few heroes in mind – Leaders in your industry, from history or anyone else who has been your mentor
- 27. How do you feel about working nights and weekends? Smart Steps
- 28. TRAPS: Blurt out “no way” and you can kiss the job offer goodbye. But what if you have a family and want to work a reasonably normal schedule? BEST ANSWER: First, if you really love to work say it so If you have to balance it out, say that you would ensure that the work is completed to the company’s satisfaction Add that your family understands it, if long hours are required to be put
- 29. Are you willing to relocate or travel? Smart Steps
- 30. TRAPS: Answer with a flat “no” and you may slam the door shut on this opportunity But what if you’d really prefer not to relocate or travel, yet wouldn’t want to lose the job offer over it? BEST ANSWER: First find out where you may have to relocate and how much travel may be involved. Then respond to the question. If there’s no problem, say so enthusiastically.
- 31. What are your goals? Smart Steps
- 32. TRAPS: Not having any…or having only vague generalities, not highly specific goals. BEST ANSWER: Many executives in a position to hire you are strong believers in goal-setting. They like to hire in kind. If you’re vague about your career and personal goals, it could be a big turnoff to may people
- 33. “The Salary Question” – How much money do you want? Smart Steps
- 34. TRAPS: This is your most important negotiation Handle it wrong and you can blow the job offer or go to work at far less than you might have gotten
- 35. How do you define success…and how do you measure up to your own definition? Smart Steps
- 36. TRAPS: Seems like an obvious enough question. Yet many executives, unprepared for it, fumble. BEST ANSWER: Give a well-accepted definition of success that leads right into your own stellar collection of achievements Example: “The best definition I’ve come across is that success is the progressive realization of a worthy goal.”
- 37. Tell me something negative you’ve heard about our company… Smart Steps
- 38. TRAPS: This is a common fishing expedition to see what the industry grapevine may be saying about the company But it’s also a trap because as an outsider, you never want to be the bearer of unflattering news or gossip about the firm BEST ANSWER: Just remember the rule – never be negative – and you’ll handle this one just fine.
- 39. What have you done to improve your knowledge in the last year? Smart Steps
- 40. Attended any training programs Presented papers Projects Research Web sites to gain more knowledge
- 41. Do you know anyone who works for us? Smart Steps
- 42. If you know somebody, please add your interaction with him about the company. His role, department, feedback, could be important. If you do not know, say so
- 43. Are you a team player? Smart Steps
- 44. Give some situations to substantiate your answer 2 or 3 examples and your role in the team Outcome of the same and the experience thereof
- 45. How long would you expect to work for us if hired? Smart Steps
- 46. Talk about the company Why you want join this company How could you contribute How you want to grow in the same company
- 47. Tell me about your dream job Smart Steps
- 48. Talk about the role that the company has in hand What the company can offer you in the future
- 49. What are you looking for in a job? Smart Steps
- 51. Do you have any questions for me? Smart Steps
- 52. Keep 2 questions ready for the end Should look like you have researched the company and it could be a bonus for you
- 53. Secrets of Scoring Success in Interview 1. Do your Homework 2. Know what is tested in the Interview 3. Display Confident and Positive Attitude 4. Dress Appropriately 5. Prepare for the commonly asked questions 6. Prepare for the questions based on your CV 7. Most importantly, PRACTICE !! Smart Steps
- 54. Secrets of Scoring Success in Interview 1. Know why you want the job 2. Study the company and know your role 3. Think like the Employer 4. Tell them clearly how you can contribute 5. Make them understand how you are better than others 6. ASK for it 7. Follow it up ! Smart Steps
- 55. "The wisest mind has something yet to learn” Smart Steps