Preparing For Job Interview
- 3. Preparing for job interview
- 4. Introduction The job interview is one of the most important components of your job search. The interview is an opportunity for the employer to evaluate the match between your qualifications and goals and the employer’s needs.
- 5. Purpose To determine if this job & you are good match.
- 6. Types of interview One to one job interview Panel interview Group interview Meal interview
- 7. 1.One to one interview The most common interview Takes place between the interviewer and interviewee. It’s a test conversation for both sides.
- 8. 2. Panel interview Time saving form of interview. Panel means a selection committee or interview committee that is appointed for interviewing the candidates .The panel may includes three or five members.
- 9. 3.Group interview In group interview, a group of candidates together meet the interviewer(s). Candidate is “interviewed” in a group. All the Candidates stay in the same room during the interview.
- 10. 4.Meal interview The goal of the dinner or mealtime interview is to determine how you perform in a social setting. During meal interview 1. Don’t smoke 2. Don’t complain about the food , service & restaurant. 3. Don’t over order.
- 11. PLANNING FOR INTERVIEW Know Yourself Know Your Field Of Interest Know The Employer Know The Position For Which You Have Applied Know The Interview Format Ahead Of Time Prepare For And Anticipate Questions Make A List Of Question To Ask
- 12. During the interview Arrive Early Arrive Prepared Make A Good First Impression
- 13. Appearance • Dress Professionally. • Use Makeup Moderately. • Make sure your hair , mustache and/or beard are well trimmed. • Don’t over do use of jewelry. • Shine Your Shoes , clean your fingernails , and clean your glasses. • Avoid strong perfumes and aftershaves.
- 14. BEHAVIOR: • Carry yourself proudly. • Use a firm handshake • Maintain Good Eye Contact • Smile And Be Friendly To Everybody • Don’t over extend the interview
- 15. INTERVIEW MISTAKES Arriving late. Arriving early. Don’t arrive more than 15 minutes early. Dressing wrong. Dressing too casually can ruin your chances. The safest choice for any interview is a tailored suit in a conservative color like black, navy, gray, or tan.
- 16. Smoking. Smoking makes you look nervous. Tobacco-breath should be avoided at all times. Drinking. Even if others are ordering cocktails, avoid drinking alcohol.
- 17. BEFORE INTERVIEW DURING INTERVIEW AFTER INTERVIEW
- 18. • Know The Position Make sure you and the position are match. • Know The Organization Where to find Information about organization. • Organization website. • Pick smart, Appropriate Clothes.
- 19. • Be polite and friendly to everyone . • Use positive body language . • Use specific examples . • Speak clearly, smile.
- 20. • Evaluate : Sit down somewhere quiet for a few minutes to think about the questions you were asked and how you might improve your answers next time. • Send a thank you note : Manners cost nothing, so when you get home send them a quick email thanking.
- 21. • Try to be alert the whole circumstances. • Negative attitude • Lack of interest • Lack of preparation. • Failure to give concrete example.