Know about INTERVIEW

Types of Interviews

1. Screening Interviews

2. Phone Interviews

3. One-on-One Interviews

4. Panel Interviews

5. Serial Interviews

6. Lunch Interviews

7. Group Interviews

8. Stress Interviews

9. General Interview Preparation

Here’s a list of questions that you should consider your answers for when preparing…

      Why do you want this job?
      Why are you the best person for the job?
      What relevant experience do you have?
      Why are you interested in working for this company?
      What can you contribute to this company?
      What do you know about this company?
      What challenges are you looking for in a position?
      Why do you want to work for this company?
      Why should we hire you?
      What are your salary requirements?

Interview DOs

Dress appropriately for the industry.

Know the exact time and location of your interview.

Arrive 10 minutes prior to the interview start time.

Treat other people you encounter with courtesy and respect.

Offer a firm handshake, make eye contact, and have a friendly expression when you are greeted by your interviewer.

Maintain good eye contact during the interview.

Sit still in your seat; avoid fidgeting and slouching.

Respond to questions and back up your statements about yourself with specific examples whenever possible.

Exhibit a positive attitude.

When the interviewer concludes the interview, offer a firm handshake and make eye contact. Depart gracefully.

Ask for clarification of anything you don’t understand.

Follow up with a “Thank You” note.

Have a sense of humour. Laugh at the interviewer’s jokes.

Interview DON'Ts

Don't make excuses.

Don't make negative comments about previous employers or professors.

Don't give the impression you are only interested in salary.

Don't be unprepared for typical interview questions.

Don't go to extremes with your posture.

Don't chew gum or smell like smoke.

Don't allow your cell phone to sound during the interview.

Don't answer cell-phone calls during the interview.

Don't tell jokes during the interview.

Don't ever lie. Answer questions truthfully.

Don't bring up or discuss personal issues or family problems.