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Interview Tips
Interviewers want to see -demonstrated team
handling, team leading skills, good communication & interpersonal
skills, resilience and tenacity, confidence, planning and team
work. It is important for a person to strike a "win-win-situation
in the interview process. Today, companies need people who can
think out-of-the-box. A team builder and motivator is what everybody
is looking for. He has to be a very good communicator and very
sensitive, who understands social forces working within the office
and outside. Sometimes communication skills matter more than
technical skills.
An interview is a two way process. Be prepared to ask questions
also.
- Who are the company's main competitors?
- How would my success be measured in this role?
- What skills and attributes does your most successful employees
share?
- Ask about company's future plan / expansion / growth and
how would these plan impact your role
Do not be too tied up during the interview process trying to
win over brains on the other end with perfectly crafted answers.
Your resume should speak for itself in terms of credentials.
Of course, you can use the interview to elaborate or fill in
the blanks on your expertise. It is more important to show your
potential boss, who you really are. That as a person, you care
about your work and your team passionately. That you laugh, worry
and listen, that you have outside interests, maturity to handle
stressful situation and that you can connect with others emotionally.
In any interview, your best selling point can be your authenticity.
The following points are crucial to successful interviews:
CV-Read your CV thoroughly. Be prepared to
talks about it in details.
Dress code -Dress smartly and professionally.
Dress for the occasion. If you are attending an interview for
a Sr. position -you'd want to show some power and authority.
Avoid shiny or silky material. Ladies-are there too much accessories?
Remember ,less is more.
Body Language -While talking or listening try
not to show excessive emotions. Be assertive but never aggressive,
make regular eye contact, be confident and alert. Communicate
your seriousness and interest all the time. Appear firm and confident
and listen actively. Make sure you reach on time.
Research-Before attending the interview do
some basic research about the company. Substantial information
can be gathered from the company's website. Annual reports
are also available on the net -try icicidirect.com or similar
portals. Up-to -date information is available in the business
sections of the daily newspaper/magazine .
Develop a back up plan: It is important to
assess one own alternatives in an unbiased manner. Always be
prepared for surprises.
Job Description- Go through the job description
thoroughly. Think how you fit the role, demonstrate that you
have the key skills and experience necessary for the role .If
you have gaps in your employment or education history make sure
you can give positive answers. Also enter the interview
with all supporting facts and figures that supports your candidature.
Resignation tips and Exit interview
Sample Interview Questions
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