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Effective Interviewing Techniques

This document provides guidance on effective interview techniques. It discusses knowing yourself and the employer, preparing for the interview, different types of interviews, the typical 5-stage interview process including opening, qualifications, organization questions, candidate questions and closing. It also covers behavioral interview questions, using the STAR technique to answer questions, tips for successful interviewing such as listening and asking questions, and following up after the interview. The overall purpose is to help candidates receive a job offer by being well prepared and making a strong impression during the interview process.

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Effective Interviewing Techniques

This document provides guidance on effective interview techniques. It discusses knowing yourself and the employer, preparing for the interview, different types of interviews, the typical 5-stage interview process including opening, qualifications, organization questions, candidate questions and closing. It also covers behavioral interview questions, using the STAR technique to answer questions, tips for successful interviewing such as listening and asking questions, and following up after the interview. The overall purpose is to help candidates receive a job offer by being well prepared and making a strong impression during the interview process.

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Effective Interviewing

Techniques

Clinton High School


401 Arrow Drive
Clinton, MS 39056

Facts of Interviewing
Interviews are the most

widely used process for


screening job applicants.
They provide the most
direct information about a
candidates background,
personality, and skills.
The purpose of an
interview is to receive the
job offer.

Know Yourself
Employment objective and how it relates to

the position and the employer


Educational background and how it relates to
the position and the employer
Work experience
Abilities and skills
Always be able to give examples!

Know the Employer


Research! Research! Research!
Prepare to demonstrate your knowledge of

the profession and the company


Prepare to give reasons for your interest in
working in that profession/company
Develop questions in advance to ask about
the job/organization

Interview Preparation
Situational Knowledge

Where/when the
interview takes place
Arrive 10 minutes
early!

Physical Preparation
Get plenty of rest
Dress for success

Mental Preparation

Knowledge of
company
Practice a mock
interview

Written Preparation
Take extra resumes,
references, etc.
Make notes
Ask questions

Types of Interviews
Basic/traditional

interview
Telephone interview
Group interview
Interview during a
meal or social
occasion
Serial interview

5 Stages
Interview Process
1. Icebreaker

Greetings
First Impressions
Small talk

2. Personal Qualifications and Interest in

Position

Abilities, Skills, and Work Experience


Accomplishments and Activities
Goals

Interview Process
3. Organization and Position
-

Employer may test your knowledge of the


company.
Why do you want to work for this company?
What do you know about this department?

Other general questions regarding the


company or the job.
What is your geographic preference?
Are you willing to relocate?

Interview Process
4. Candidate Questions
Your chance to ask questions about job
What type of on the job training do you provide?
What makes your company different from its
competitors?

5. Close and Follow-Up


Find out who makes next move
Thank the interview for their time
Evaluate your performance
Send a thank you note within 24 hours

Behavioral Interviewing
Questions:
1. In your own words, define the word challenging.
Tell me about the most challenging course you
have ever taken.

2. Tell me about a job or difficult course where you


picked up things more quickly than others.

3. Give an example of a specific job condition, task,


or assignment that was particularly displeasing.

STAR Technique
Situation describe the situation, problem, or
issue that you encountered.

Task describe the tasks/responsibilities you


took on to help solve the problem.

Action discuss the steps you actually took


to effect a solution.

Result describe the positive results of your


actions.

Tips for Successful Interviewing


Interviewing is a two-way process
Never give yes or no answers
Listen carefully and react
Use specific examples to make your case
The interview begins the minute you step

onto the company lot


Be positive!

Tips for Successful Interviewing


Think like an employer
Dont criticize past employers or co-workers
Be aware of illegal questions
Maintain professionalism, even if the

employer does not


Be prepared for the unexpected
Be aware of body language
Be well-groomed

Ask Questions
What are your expectations of the employees

in your company?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of
your organization?
Describe a typical day on the job in this
position.
Avoid asking questions about salary and
benefits.

Interview Closure

Know who makes the


next move and
when

After the Interview


Evaluate your performance
Send a thank-you note within 24 hours
Keep records of important dates and details

for the follow-up

Just Remember
BE CONFIDENT Sell Yourself!
Have FUN and ENJOY the

interviewing process
When in doubt MOCK

INTERVIEW!

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