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The document provides tips for preparing for a job interview. It emphasizes the importance of researching the company and position, reviewing your experiences, dressing professionally, maintaining eye contact and a positive demeanor, relating your skills to the job, and following up after the interview. Key points include researching the employer online, being punctual, dressing formally and appropriately for your gender, listening actively, conveying what value you can add to the company, and thanking the interviewer afterwards.

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Interview

The document provides tips for preparing for a job interview. It emphasizes the importance of researching the company and position, reviewing your experiences, dressing professionally, maintaining eye contact and a positive demeanor, relating your skills to the job, and following up after the interview. Key points include researching the employer online, being punctual, dressing formally and appropriately for your gender, listening actively, conveying what value you can add to the company, and thanking the interviewer afterwards.

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“The secret of success in life is for a man to be ready for his opportunity when it comes.

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Interview Preparation Tips


No matter which premier college you went to, no matter what degree you have, no matter what
competencies you have, no matter the years of experience you have – all this will be useless if you
are not prepared well for the interview. Following are some practical insights to help you prepare for
a successful job interview.
Research about the company and the position if possible. Be ready with the information about the
company, its operations and products. Research the employer/company on the Internet, most
companies have their own website Review your work experiences. Be ready to support past career
accomplishments with specific information targeted toward the company’s needs.
Be punctual about the time. Arrive 10 minutes before the appointment. Never be late.
Dress formally for the interview. Wear comfortable clothes. Follow these guidelines:
Men

 Wear a dark grey or blue suit.


 Wear a full-sleeved plain white or a pastel colour shirt, with a well-starched and ironed collar.
Avoid large checks & loud colours.
 Wear dark, well-creased and well-fitted trousers.
 Your socks must match either your shoes or trousers.
 Wear a matching silk tie.
 Wear polished shoes; black lace-ups are best.
 Do not wear any rings other than wedding ring.
 Have a well-groomed hairstyle & clean, trimmed fingernails.
 Use minimal cologne or perfume.
 Keep empty pockets with no bulges or tinkling coins.
 Do not have chewgum, candy or cigarettes. Do not smoke before the interview.
 Carry a light briefcase or portfolio case

Women

 Wear a business suit with a jacket. Limit the suit colour to black, blue or grey with white,
cream, light blue shirts, plain, self printed, or striped. If not used to it, wear a pure cotton or
silk sari. (Salwar Suit is not a formal attire)
 Sandals/ Shoes with conservative heels.
 Wear small ear-studs (no dangling earrings). A slim chain around the neck. A slim bracelet or
few bangles and a wristwatch. No more than one ring on each hand
 Do minimal of makeup. It should not be too noticeable.
 Do not wear loud perfume.

Be relaxed. Focus on the interview. This will help you in being more concentrated, self-
confident and calm. Smile & shake hands firmly with the interviewers. Remember the
interviewer’s name. Address the interviewer with his name prefixed with Mr./ Ms.
Look alert. Sit up erect. Look into your interviewer’s eyes during the interview. This shows
confidence. Interviewers like candidates who are enthusiastic and responsive. Maintain
eye contact with your interviewer. Beware of slouching in chair, tapping feet, playing with
eyeglasses, pencil, or nervous laughter, flicking your hair, scratching your head.
Set goals for the interview. It is your job to leave the meeting feeling secure that the
interviewer knows as much as he or she possibly can about your skills, abilities,
experience and achievements. Try to relate your answers to the interviewer and his or her
company. Focus on achievements relevant to the position.
Listening is one of the most important interview skills. A candidate must concentrate on
listening. Listen through eye contact. This helps in staying with the interviewer. Listen
with nonverbal expressions, nod and appear interested. Do not interrupt the interviewer
while he is speaking
Know the question behind the questions. Ultimately, the employer is interested to know,
"Why should he hire you?" Be sure you answer that completely.
Interviewing is about selling. The product you are selling is you. Give the employer
reasons to buy. Tell them what you can do for them. Emphasize what you can bring to the
company, department and position. Convince them that your product is better than the
competition's.
Reflect a Positive outlook. Avoid negative comments about past employers. Don’t dwell on
criticism of your present or previous employers.
Be smart about questions related to salary. Don't tell the interviewer your financial
expectations. Instead, ask what salary range the job falls in. Attempt to postpone a money
discussion until you have a better understanding of the scope of responsibilities of the job.
Once the interview is over, thank the interviewer(s) for the time and consideration given
to you. Ask when you should meet again to discuss the position further.
Following the interview, send an individual note/ letter/ e-mail of thanks to the
interviewers.
Frequently asked traditional interview questions

Frequently asked behavioral interview questions.

Qualities Recruiters Look For


Traditional Interview Questions
 Tell us about yourself?
 Why are you interested in this position and this company?
 What can you contribute to our organization?
 What was the nature of your job?
 What is your career objective?
 Where you see yourself after 5/10 years?
 What special skills did you acquire? Did you achieve special goals?
 What was the typical day like on your job?
 What are your strengths? Weaknesses?
 Why are you considering leaving your present job?
 Tell us about your biggest achievement?
 Tell us about your failure or a mistake made by you?
 Tell us about your interests and hobbies?

Top
Behavioural Interview Questions
 where you have worked effectively under pressure?
 when you have made an unpopular decision?
 when you have proactively avoided a major breakdown at your workplace?
 when you have influenced your colleagues to take a decision your way?
 when you have suggested an innovative solution / method for a problem?
 when you had a heated argument with you best friend at the work place?

Qualities Recruiters Look For


 Ability to work in a team
 Adaptability & Flexibility
 Analytical skills
 Communication & Presentation skills.
 Creativity
 Cultural fit
 Decision making ability
 Leadership skills
 Motivation and Initiative
 Risk taking
 Strong work ethics

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