HOW TO SELECT IN INTERVIEW

                          INTERVIEW TRICKS AND TIPS

FIRST INTERVIEW OVERVIEW:

                                                              Most employers select people for jobs by giving them an interview. An interview enables an employer to decide whether or not you are suitable for the job on offer. It’s also the perfect chance for you to ask questions and decide whether or not it is the type of job you think you would like.

DON'T FORGET LEAVING HOME:

• Copy of your Curriculum Vitae
• References
• Examination Certificates
• Change for a parking meter if you’re driving
• Contact numbers and directions to the company.

AVOID:

• Answers that are too short
• Being negative
• Providing detail or information other than what is required
• Becoming frustrated or uneasy when asked stressful questions
• Making derogatory or negative statements about former employers
• Misrepresenting your skills, experience or educational background
• Poor body language
• Using offensive language.

INTERVIEW IMPORTANT QUESTIONS:

“What do you know about our organization?”

If you have done your research thoroughly, using both networking and published sources, you should be able to discuss the company's products, services, reputation, culture, mission and goals, history, etc. However, you shouldn't act as if you know everything about the organization: you can't and don't. While your answer should show that you have taken the time to do some research, you don't want to overwhelm the interviewer with your encyclopaedic knowledge of the organization.

“Why do you want to work for us?”

Here the interviewer is probing for your motivation for joining the company. Indicate that from your study of the company, the business issues they face are the kind that excite you and match up well with your skills, abilities and past experience. Your answer should also reflect your desire to contribute to the company and grow as a professional.

BEFORE INTERVIEW:

As the saying goes: knowledge is power. It's even more powerful in a panel interview where questions are being fired left, right and centre. Make sure you study the job specifications and your CV and prepare as far as possible for likely questions.

At a minimum, the interviewers will expect you to have knowledge of the job role, the company, its products, services and competitors, how it's viewed and issues within the market. Such information can be found online, on the company website, in the media and by speaking to experts such as recruitment consultants and industry bodies.

You're likely to be asked for examples of when you demonstrated certain skills or experience. Have three to five success stories up your sleeve to bring out on the day and make them results focused. Think about how your individual actions and approach led to a positive result.

THE DAY OF INTERVIEW:

                                                   

                                           The golden rule of a panel interview is to engage with the whole panel, not just one specific member of the group. When you first get into the room, look at all of the interviewers, try and remember the names of each and address them accordingly. Shake them firmly by the hand if you're standing and then wait to be invited to take a seat. When sitting down, maintain an open, positive and engaged body position. Don't fidget, sit up straight and lean slightly forward in your chair.

When you're asked a question, maintain eye contact with the person asking it, but when you answer, address the whole panel. This will show that you're confident and will help to build a rapport with everyone in the room.  

IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER:

•   1. Be confident: the key of a successful interview is confidence. If you believe that you are the right person for the job/course and are confident then it's likely that your interviewer will believe that too.
• 2. To improve your confidence talk more, you can practice by facing the mirror and talking. Talk about yourself, your dreams and your strengths. Focus on speaking fluently without stumbling or fidgeting.
• 3. It's essential that whichever language you speak in, you should have a good command over the language. Brush up some basic grammar rules.
• 4. Listen to news in the language you will be using during the exam. This will help you remember correct pronunciations and improve your flow of language. 
• 5. Remember that while it's good to talk eloquently you should not ramble on. Speak clearly and concisely, so you express your thoughts in the best way possible. 
• 6. Know your resume inside out: you should know everything about your resume as anything may be asked, your previous education, extra-curricular activities, awards, projects etc. You should be able to confidently speak about each point on your resume. 
• 7. Remember to maintain eye contact with the interviewer.
• 8. Research the organization before your interview and prepare at least 2-3 questions that you will ask the interviewer about the job/course/organization. This shows your genuine interest in the role. 
• 9. Practice positive body language. Even if the interviewer hasn't actively studied body language he/she will still pick up general signs. Remember not to fidget, stand still and relaxed and while sitting sit casually.
• 10. Try planning your answers to a few questions that you know will definitely come,