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Lesson 12: Job Interview Continuation

After creating a killer resume and cover letter and passing the first round, it is time to face the final challenge: Your job interview. A job interview is a formal and structured conversation between a job applicant and a representative of an employer, typically a hiring manager, recruiter, or a member of the company's HR team. The primary purpose of a job interview is to assess whether the applicant is a suitable fit for the job position and the organization.

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Lesson 12: Job Interview Continuation

After creating a killer resume and cover letter and passing the first round, it is time to face the final challenge: Your job interview. A job interview is a formal and structured conversation between a job applicant and a representative of an employer, typically a hiring manager, recruiter, or a member of the company's HR team. The primary purpose of a job interview is to assess whether the applicant is a suitable fit for the job position and the organization.

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Lesson 12: Job Interview continuation

After creating a killer resume and cover letter and passing the first round, it is time to face the final
challenge: Your job interview.

A job interview is a formal and structured conversation between a job applicant and a representative of
an employer, typically a hiring manager, recruiter, or a member of the company's HR team. The primary
purpose of a job interview is to assess whether the applicant is a suitable fit for the job position and the
organization.

To prepare for a job interview, candidates often research the company, review the job description,
practice answering common interview questions, and dress appropriately.

The interview process can be a critical step in the hiring process, and it plays a significant role in
determining who ultimately gets the job offer.

Pointers to help you get ready for a job interview

1. Research the company - Learn about the company's history, mission, values, products or
services, and recent news. Understand the company culture and how your skills and values align
with it.
2. Know the Job Description: Carefully review the job description to understand the role's
responsibilities and requirements. Identify the key skills and qualifications the company is
looking for.
3. Practice Common Interview Questions: Prepare answers for common interview questions, such
as, "Tell me about yourself," "What are your strengths and weaknesses," and "Why do you want
to work here?"
4. Behavioral Interview Questions: Be ready to provide specific examples of your past experiences,
especially using the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method. Prepare stories that
demonstrate your skills, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork.
5. Technical Questions: If the job requires technical skills, be prepared to answer technical
questions or complete coding exercises or case studies.
6. Dress Appropriately: Dress professionally in accordance with the company's dress code or
industry standards.
7. Bring Required Documents: Carry extra copies of your resume, references, and any other
documents requested by the employer.
8. Body Language: Practice good body language. Maintain eye contact, offer a firm handshake, and
sit up straight.

Common Interview Question and answer

1. Tell me about yourself: This question seems simple, so many people fail to prepare for it, but it’s
crucial. Here's the deal: Don’t give your complete employment (or personal) history. Instead,
give a pitch—one that’s concise and compelling and that shows exactly why you’re the right fit
for the job.
2. What can you bring to the company?: When interviewers ask this question, they don’t just want
to hear about your background. They want to see that you understand what problems and
challenges they’re facing as a company or department as well as how you’ll fit into the existing
organization.
3. What are your greatest strengths? : Here’s an opening to talk about something that makes you
great—and a great fit for this role. When you’re answering this question, think quality, not
quantity. In other words, don’t rattle off a list of adjectives.
4. What do you consider to be your weakness? Strike a balance by thinking of something that you
struggle with but that you’re working to improve.
5. How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations? : Here’s another question you may feel
the urge to sidestep in an effort to prove you’re the perfect candidate who can handle anything.
6. What do you like to do outside of work? Interviewers will sometimes ask about your hobbies or
interests outside of work in order to get to know you a little better—to find out what you’re
passionate about and devote time to during your off-hours.
7. What are you passionate about? You’re a human, and if someone asks you this question in an
interview, it’s probably because they want to get to know you better.
8. What motivates you? Before you panic about answering what feels like a probing existential
question, consider that the interviewer wants to make sure you’re excited about this role at this
company, and that you’ll be motivated to succeed if they pick you.
9. Where do you see yourself in five years? If asked this question, be honest and specific about
your future goals
10. What makes you unique? : Focus on one or two things and don’t forget to back up whatever you
say with evidence.

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