ace your interview !!!. what is an interview all about ? selling yourself identifying employer’s...
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Ace your Interview !!!
What is an interview all about ?
Selling Yourself
Identifying Employer’s needs & figuring how you can create value for their organization.
Tapping employer’s aspirations
Communicating the benefits they will enjoy - if you are made a part of their organization
Industry & Company Research
Industry / Company
Product range and its performance
Competitors in the field
Press releases related to industry/company
Job Description
Job skills required
Company culture
Self Research & Check list Career Goals in line with the job which you
would be interviewed for
Understanding your Strengths and Weaknesses
Relevant Skills and qualities required for the job
Organize your thoughts!
Prepare likely comments and answers
Keep all necessary documents ready in advance
Draw parallels between your background and the job.
Appearance
Formal Trousers (dark blue, black , brown , grey)
Formal long-sleeved shirt
Your shoes are clean and polished.
Necktie should be silk with a conservative pattern
Your clothes are pressed and stain-free.
Your hair is neat and well groomed
FOR MALES
Appearance
FOR MALES
You have removed all extra jewelry.
No earrings (if you normally wear one, take it out)
Your bag has essentials only—nothing bulky
Light briefcase or portfolio case
Empty pockets--no bulges or tinkling coins
Your nails are clean and neat.
Minimal cologne or perfume
Appearance
Formal Dress (Not too flashy )
Cotton Sari ( Cotton or silk preferably plain with border )
Sari to be neatly draped and pinned
Shoes/ Chappals with conservative heels
Your clothes are ironed and stain-free.
Your nails are clean and neat.
If you wear nail polish (not required), use clear or a conservative color
FOR FEMALES
No purses, small or large; carry a portfolio instead
Your hair is neat and well groomed ( long hair should be neatly tied up)
You have removed all extra jewelry.
Minimal use of makeup (it should not be too noticeable)
No more than one ring on each hand
One set of earrings only
Minimal cologne or perfume
FOR FEMALES
Appearance
Be on Time
Never arrive late for an interview.
Arrive 10- 15 minutes early
Settle down and pick some subtle information
It gives you time to freshen up.
Get acclimatized to the environment
BE CALM & POSITIVE
“There is no use of worrying about things you have got control over, because if you’ve got control over them, no use worrying”There is no use worrying about things you don’t have control over, because if you don’t have control over them, no use worrying”
Practice positive affirmation or any relaxation techniques
THE PERFECT FIRST IMPRESSION
Give a business like knock
Don’t wait by the door hovering uncertainly
Look them in the eye
Give a firm handshake
Greet them
When saying your name, say it slowly and clearly
Smile! And say ‘Thank you’ when offered a seat
NO NEGATIVE COMMENTS
No negative comments about past employer or previous job
Everyone would like to work with someone who seems to be cheerful
LISTEN CAREFULLY
Be Prepared: Talk Their Talk
Shut Up
Carry No Bias
Remain Focus
Clarify “Ask And You Shall Receive”
ANSWER THE ASKED QUESTION
Communication :Too Little leaves Interviewers exasperated
Come prepared to answer questions and talk about yourself
ANSWER THE ASKED QUESTION
Communication : TOO much can be TOO much
Keep your answers succinct, to-the-point and focused. Don't ramble - simply answer the question.
CLOSE WITH SAME ENTHUSIASM
Leave your interviewer with right picture of you
Demonstrate the same enthusiasm that you started of with
Stand up, gather your things
Smile and say “Thank you”
Keep it simple
Ten Interviewing Rules
Market Research
Self Research
Appearance
Be on Time
Be Calm & Positive
First Impression
No Negative Remarks
Be Focused
Listen
Maintain the Enthusiasm
For comprehensive workshop on Interview Skills contact
Ms. Vieanna MendesAscenders,02, Sagar Mandir,Ground Floor, 5th Road,Shivaji Park, Dadar (W),Mumbai 400 016
Tel: 022-24442031/32
Mobile: +91 9892771693
Email: [email protected] , [email protected]
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BEST !!!