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Interview Skills: Sohan Tiwade

This document provides guidance on interview skills. It discusses the different types of interviews and offers tips for various stages of the interview process, including preparing for an interview, entering the interview room, handling common questions, leaving the interview, dressing appropriately, and following up after the interview. The key messages are to thoroughly prepare yourself, maintain a positive attitude, provide concrete examples from your experiences, and thank the interviewers afterwards. Being well-prepared and confident will help you make a strong impression during the interview.

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Interview Skills: Sohan Tiwade

This document provides guidance on interview skills. It discusses the different types of interviews and offers tips for various stages of the interview process, including preparing for an interview, entering the interview room, handling common questions, leaving the interview, dressing appropriately, and following up after the interview. The key messages are to thoroughly prepare yourself, maintain a positive attitude, provide concrete examples from your experiences, and thank the interviewers afterwards. Being well-prepared and confident will help you make a strong impression during the interview.

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Interview Skills

Sohan Tiwade
Trainer, Orion Edutech, Kolhapur

What is an Interview?
Interview is a face to face oral communication in which both parties receive immediate feedback. Inter means between and view is sight. Two parties are seeing each other to decide whether they are made for each other.

Types of Interviews
Telephonic One on one Panel Group Discussion On- site Interview
Behavioral Interview

Meal Interview Stress Interview

Remember!
Interview is a two way process!

The Interviewers are trying to find out a suitable candidate who will fit their profile and you are trying to find whether the organization and its ambience suits your skills, talents and qualifications.
You need not feel like a victim.

The

to success is preparation!

Know yourself- your qualification, skills & talents. Try to match these with the qualities required for the job you are applying for. Research the company, get to know its motto, values, market position etc. Prepare necessary materials (Copies of resume, references, portfolio/pen, palm pilot or organizer, breath mints) .

The D- Day! (Day of Interview)


Allow yourself plenty of time to get ready and reach the venue at least 30 min. before the interview. It is a good idea to arrange for someone who can accompany you up to the venue Make sure, youve taken all the necessary thing e.g. certificates with you. Avoid carrying extra baggage As you get to the venue, visit the washroom, check your hair, dress and overall appearance

Remember some last minute tips


Review the likely questions or the questions you encountered in the previous interviews. Check you breath. Dress appropriately (Formal Dress only) Dont forget to wear a sincere smile Appear hygienic Appear confident Notify the reception to mark
against your name to indicate your presence for the interview
It's not who you are that holds you back, it's who you think you're not. ~ Author Unknown

Entering the Interview Room


Remember that the first impression you give upon entering is the impression that will tell more about you than what happens afterwards.

Knock the door and ask for permission before entering. Leave the door open if it was open or close it behind you if it was initially closed.
Give a smile and greet appropriately, maintain eye contact. Offer handshake only if offered by the interviewers. Handshake should convey firmness and warmth

Body Language: What signals are you sending?


Positive Signals
Leaning forward = interest Open body posture Smiling = friendly Nodding = attentive and alert Eye contact = curious and focused Sitting upright in the chair with hands on your lap

Negative Signals
Crossed arms and legs = defensive Fidgeting hands or tapping feet = nervous or bored Lack of eye contact = untrustworthy Leaning back= discomfort Slouching while sitting and putting hands on the desk.

Handling Questions!
Q. Introduce yourself. A. Name, Qualification, Work Experience, Family- Background, Hobbies & Interest, Strengths, Aim in Life Q. Why did you apply for this job? A. Relate your qualification and experience to the job profile. Also speak about your passion and long term desire to see yourself doing this job Q. What did you like most/least about your last job? A. Tell things like learning new things, cooperation from colleagues, motivation from superiors etc. Limited growth or learning opportunity could be the answer for the least.

Handling Questions !
Q. What are your strength and weaknesses? A. Give more voice to your strengths, relate them to your job profile. Talk only about one or two weaknesses and say how you are making efforts to overcome them.

Q. Tell us about your last job or boss? A. Always answer positively. Never remark negatively or sarcastically on your last job, colleagues or boss Q. Why do you want to leave your present job? A. Tell that you are happy with your present job but then the growth is limited and you want to learn, experience and grow more

Handling Questions!
Q. Why should we select you? A. Relate your qualification, experience and skills to the job profile. Voice your passion and enthusiasm for the job that makes you stand apart from the rest. Q. Describe a situation where you worked under pressure. A. Describe in short the context of your experience and your answer should end on a positive note stating how you managed the pressure to push you forward.

Q. What would you do in a situation where a team member is not pulling his/her weight? A. Say that you will try to find out the problem, speak in person with the concerned person and see where you could help him/her to regain confidence and motivation.

Do you have any questions to ask?


Dont bypass this chance. Ask max. 2 to 3 questions. Dont ask about your selection or salary. Good Questions: What chances do I have to learn further? What growth chances could I expect in your company? What type of assignment can I expect in my first year?

General Interview Strategies


-Be prepared to talk about yourself and your experiences -Master the art of storytelling -Provide specific and concrete examples of your results/accomplishments -Remain positive, enthusiastic, poised, and confident throughout the interview process

General Interview Strategies


Remember an interview is a formal conversation--avoid filler words like Um, Ah, & You know Avoid indecisive phrases like: I think, I guess, probably, or pretty good Think before speaking Avoid long verbose answers--limit your response to 1-2 minutes If you do not hear or understand a question, ask them to repeat or clarify it for you

Leaving the room


Ask them about the future course of action Smile at everyone and thank them for the time they gave you Stand upright and confidently leave the room , dont forget to collect your folder If the door was closed, close it behind you. If it was open then let it remain open

Dressing for Success-Men


Suit-Single or double breasted Polished shoes Solid white shirt Conservative tie Neatly groomed hair, beard, and mustache Avoid strong colognes, earrings, and body piercing

Dressing for Success-Women


Pant or skirt suit Pumps with small to medium heels Light makeup, perfume, and jewelry Wear neutral color hosiery

FOLLOW-UP
Send a thank you note within 24 hours Letter may be handwritten or typed; e-mail is also acceptable Tailor each one to the individual.

Final Thoughts
Remember that only 15% of the success of an interview is out of your control Take some time to reflect - Overall, how well did I do? - What went well? - What steps can I take next time to improve? Mistakes if learned from can be your best teachers but ignored can turn to be your worst nightmares.

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