...COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTION: (PROFESSIONAL) Why do you want this job? Why should we hire you? To hire means to recruit, or give someone a job. Why are you the best person for the job? Explain how you would be an asset to this company. An asset is something valuable. Why do you think you will be successful in this job? What are your qualifications for this position? Qualification means the educational and professional background or experience needed in a job. What can you offer our company? What do you know about this industry? What is your personal mission statement? Why do you think you’re suited for this position? Suited means appropriate, a good match. Describe your work ethic. Your work ethic is your attitude towards work and behavior at work. Describe your management style. What are your short-term goals? Short term means in the near future. What are your long-term goals? Long term means in the distant or far future. Why did you choose this field? Field means an area of work, such as computers, engineering or medicine. Please describe your work experience. Why do you want to work for our company? What do you know about our company? What is most important to you in a job? Describe your previous jobs. The word previous means what came or happened before. Why did you leave your previous job? What were your responsibilities in your previous position? The word responsibility refers to what you are supposed to do, what you are in charge...
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...Questions You Should Ask 1. Do you have any hesitations about my qualifications? 2. Do you offer continuing education and professional training? 3. What have you enjoyed most about working here? 4. What is the single largest problem facing your staff and would I be in a position to help you solve this problem? 5. What is the next step in the process? Interview Questions 1. Tell me about yourself? Good morning. My name is, or you can call me David. I recently received my Bachelor’s degree of Accounting with a first-class honours from University and have completed a total 11 months of internships with KPMG as well as private entities in the past three years. I've worked hard in my education as well as internships to prepare myself to become a world class employee in my role. In my most recent position as a, I have had the opportunity to initiate and develop numerous accounting and financial-related report to Business Director and I’m proud to say that I have suggested and implemented new policies on the workflow within the company which saving the company over 40% of paper wastage. In addition, my internship at KPMG has proven my ability to be a quick-learner and adaptor when being placed in a fast-paced working environment. I believe this experience and training has prepared me to take the next step and pursue a full time position for a company where I can be a part of a team as well as allowing me to focus my energy on professional growth. 2....
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...Interviews Abstract For people who are in the market for a new job, the interview process can be a nightmare. What should I know? What should I do? What should I say?..may be the questions that are clouding one’s mind on top of being nervous just to be nervous. There are dozens of questions one can be prepared for when walking in to a job interview. Some maybe personal, some business related, some unrelated, some uncomfortable, and then even some that one would be least expecting. In the following individual project, I will be discussing some common questions, and some that are not so common. I will also discuss some of the information one should be knowledgeable in prior to walking in to an interview, and then finally put together a small “thank you” paragraph in the final part of this project. Interviews Being prepared for an interview can be something that can make or break the entire discussion. This could lead one into gaining new employment or even losing the confidence and or admiration by a hiring manager. Ensuring that you are on top of your game when it comes to professionalism, sharpness, and likability is important, especially when you are in a first interview. Bottom line, first impressions do count in interviews. They can be the stepping stone to interview number two, actually being hired, or having your resume simply put in a pile with the rest of the resumes that will be filed in a cabinet for years to come. Being ready to answer some common...
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...CMST Interview Evaulation Peter Interview 1: Peter began the interview in a unique way compared to the other interviewers. After I told him what major I was, he asked me the most interesting class I have taken at LSU. I thought that was a unique way to get to know a little about me without simply asking me, "Tell me something about yourself." Peter never used any closed questions during the interview. I believe he did that because he wanted to get the most information out of me in the allotted time we had to speak with each other. I think the lack of closed questions was effective since we only had a few minutes to speak and a bunch of closed questions would have given peter little to work with when choosing his partners. As I explained before, Peter only used open-ended questions, and it was effective in getting high quantities of information about me. He used questions like, "Are you a leader or a follower, and explain why." I replied that I was more of a follower because I have great communication skills that allow me to increase group cohesion and optimize group output. Another open question he asked was, “Tell me about your strengths.” I replied by saying that some of my strengths are my social skills, determination, and my reliability. He was pleased with my group of strengths. Peter ended the interview by letting me know he would strongly think about picking me as a partner. I think it effective by letting me know how I did immediately. We were cut off by the timer,...
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...HR Intervention: This HR intervention report will consist of the main steps to develop a selection interview. The selection interview is the second step in the selection process, which is a two way communication process between and interviewee and interviewer/interviewers. The outline for this HR Intervention report is based on the job of a dental assistant. This report relies on a Functional Job Analysis (FJA) report that was previously conducted as the guideline for determining the suitable testing method for the applicants. Purpose of HR Intervention: The purpose of this HR Intervention is to determine whether a candidate has the right skills, attitude and motivation to fill a vacant position, and perhaps more importantly, if that person will be a good fit within the culture of the organization. The selection interview is “a procedure designed to predict future job performance on the basis of applicant’s oral responses to oral inquiries” (Dessler et al. 149). A well-designed selection interview is necessary to select the most qualified candidates in order for them to proceed to the next step in the selection process. There are various structures, types of questions and types of interviews that can be utilized. Information included from the Functional Job Analysis The selection interview will require information from the Functional Job Analysis that was conducted for the dental assistant job. This report will focus on two primary skills from the FJA, which are...
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...Successful Interview Practices A job interview can create anxiety and nervousness in anybody sitting across the table from the person who could have a serious impact on their future. A panic wells up inside a person as they shake, sweat, lose their train of thought, or ramble uncontrollably. The stress that accompanies an interview is well placed however. From the moment a person walks through the interviewer’s office door, they are being evaluated on a number of things including the way they walk, their shoes, clothes, posture, and even physical attractiveness. And if being judged was not enough to make anyone panicky, the fact that the interview could potentially be a changing point in the interviewee’s life is enough to push anyone into a mild psychotic break. The good news is that with proper preparation and some tips and tricks from the industry, anyone can learn how to have a less stressful, more successful interview. What to avoid in an interview There are things that one can do or not do, say or not say in an interview that will ruin any chance of them getting the job. The list of interview blunders is extensive and a person cannot prepare for every single situation that may arise in an interview; however, there are a few key things that experts recommend avoiding at all costs. The list, according to Rayburn with interview.com, includes things such as showing no confidence or failing to dress appropriately. Nobody conducting an interview wants to witness...
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...Job Interview Success! Copyright © 2006 - by JobInterviewResumeLetters.Com & Accelerated Software Ltd All Rights Reserved; no part of this publication may be reproduced, store in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any other means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without prior written permission by JobInterviewResumeLetters.Com or Accelerated Software Ltd from New Zealand. You may however provide this e-book free of charge in its original form to anyone via the internet, website, or other digital material (ie CD). You may also provide this file in its original form without modification as a “Free Bonus” to customers of any of your own products as long as the customer is not buying this e-book. This product is only freely distributed in its original form. www.jobinterviewresumeletters.com TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Good Interview Questions 3. Tough Interview Questions 4. Behavioral Interview Question 5. Common Interview Question and Answer 6. Sample Interview Question 7. Good Answers to Interview Questions 8. Good Interview to Ask 9. Job Interview Question and Answer 10. Sample Interview Follow Up Letter 11. Sample Interview Thank You Letter 12. Free Job Interview Question 13. Questions to Ask During An Interview 14. Free Job Interview Tip 15. Job Interview Help 16. Job Interview Weaknesses 17. Interview Questions to Ask 18. Job Interview Dos and Don’ts 19. What to Wear to a Job Interview 20. Free Job Interview Tip ...
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...Here are the 30 most common interview questions and how to answer them. Q: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? Nearly every interview that you go to will kick off with this basic question. You want to keep your answer concise but information-packed. Briefly explain your educational and employment experience with one or two sentences. (After all, the employer can already see that in your resume.) Follow up with additional information about what you are passionate about (relevant to the job) so that you impress the employer immediately with your enthusiasm. Keep all irrelevant personal information out of your answer. Q: Why are you interested in working with this company? There are several different things that an employer may be trying to get at when asking this question. Address them all in your answer, and you’ll have a successful interview. Those things include: * What do you actually know about our company? * What skills do you bring to the company? * Why are you even looking for a job in the first place? * Why are you looking at getting a job that is below the status / pay of a previous job you’ve held? Answer this common interview question by doing your research about the company and position before the interview and choosing a fact about the company that really interests you. Highlight this fact in the interview as a reason you want to work with the company, and then explain concisely how your skills dovetail with this. If you are applying...
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...5 common Personal Interview (PI) questions for distance MBA graduates Nowadays, as the demand for MBA graduates through the distance learning mode has increased, many working professionals seek to upgrade their academic qualifications for a better career. Every year, lakhs of students and professionals apply for MBA programs at top business schools in the country. However, with limited seats, there is tough competition to get an entry into one of the top institutions. For this purpose, management entrance exams are conducted to filter out candidates at a primary level. After clearing the entrance exam, a candidate has to pass through the rounds of Group Discussion (GD) followed by Personal Interview (PI). An aspirant successfully clearing all the three rounds is eligible for admission to distance MBA programs at top B-Schools. Personal Interview is a generic interview. Here, the interviewer seeks to test the confidence, communication and presentation skills of the candidate. A number of students get eliminated at this level due to inability to produce impressive answers. There are some typical questions that are asked in the PI rounds of various colleges. Here are a few. Tell us something about yourself. This is the most common interview question not only asked in PI interviews forpart time MBA professionals, but in several other interviews. Here, the interviewer intends to assess your presentation and how you pitch yourself in front of others. Communication is, ofcourse,...
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...The Big Interview Lesson 1 – Job Interview Fundamentals In this lesson, I learned about the many types of interviews and how to approach them all. I’ve done just about every interview listed. With the one-on-one, group, phone and video interviews, I did well on them. I also did well on the panel interview I had 2 years ago. I was afraid but I just treated it like it was a simple one-on-one but made sure I interacted with both interviewers. I have to remember that I’m in the drivers’ seat when it comes to interviewing. I will use this information obtain the goal of going in for the kill and take the job you so rightly deserve and qualify for. Lesson 2 – Job Interview Best Practices and Common Mistakes In Lesson 2, I’ve learned about the best practices, mistakes and what to wear on the interview. Being concise, confident, and interested are must haves on an interview. Staying on the message/topic whilst answering questions will also help you along in the interview process as well. Be prepared, be on time, and always be respectful because first impressions are everything in an interview. Avoid the 3 big mistakes that people are liable to make during an interview: don’t be late, be sure to do research on the company and position for which you have applied and lastly don’t avoid questions. I also learned about answering inappropriate/illegal questions. I never experienced that in an interview but now I know what to look out for and how to handle myself. I will be utilizing...
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...1. An interview is a meeting between an applicant for employment and a company representative to determine if the candidate is qualified for a job, an internship or a volunteer opportunity. a. What are different types of interview? b. What are the skills and techniques required to have a successful job interview? There are several different kinds of interviews such as : Traditional Face-to-Face Interview * Most interviews are face-to-face. * The most traditional is a one-on-one conversation. * Your focus should be on the person asking questions. * Maintain eye contact, listen and respond once a question has been asked. * Don't interrupt the interviewer. Panel/Committee Interview * In this situation, there is more than one interviewer. * Typically, three to ten members of a panel may conduct this part of the selection process. T * his is your chance to put your group management and group presentation skills on display. * As quickly as possible, try to 'read' the various personality types of each interviewer and adjust to them. Find a way to connect with each interviewer. * Remember to take your time in responding to questions. * Maintain primary eye contact with the panel member who asked the question, but also seek eye contact with other members of the panel as you give your response. Behavioral Interview * The basic premise behind this type of interview is that your past behavior is the best predictor...
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...CPC INTERVIEW GUIDE 1. Introduction 2. Preparing for the Interview 3. Dressing for Success 4. Types of Interviews a. 1st Round – Screening b. 2nd Round – Selection c. Telephone Interviews d. Behavioural-Based Interviews (BBI) e. Case Interviews 5. Questions you might ask at an interview 6. Follow-Up Tips 7. Sample Questions a. Common Interview Questions b. Behavioural-Based Interview Questions c. Case Interview Questions 8. Resources CPC Interview Guide, Page 1 of 26 1. Introduction One of the most important things to remember about any job interview is that its main objective is to allow for an exchange of information between both parties (applicant and company), so that a determination can be made as to how well the applicant fits the position/ company and/or vice-versa. As the applicant, you want to impress upon the employer how your background (i.e., education, previous employment/volunteer positions, extra-curricular and hobbies) matches the requirements of the position they are recruiting for. Your résumé will have given them some indication of how well you match, but during the interview you are expected to expand on this and be able to demonstrate strong communication skills. Your communication skills (oral, written and non-verbal) will be evaluated closely and are expected to be well practiced. Other skills critical to the position/company will also be evaluated, so make sure you have done research on the position and the needs of the organization...
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...| | | Common interview questions and answers.To help you to prepare for any interview, we have listed down the most common interview questions. If you go through these interview questions and answers thoroughly, it ensures that you are well prepared in advance and face the interview confidently. All the best! 1. Tell me about yourself | This is the most commonly asked question in any interview. And also, usually, this is the first question to be asked. As your answer to this question will be the basis for subsequent questions, you need to prepare a short statement about yourself and rehearse it thoroughly. However, ensure that it does not sound as rehearsed. Limit your answer to work-related items unless instructed otherwise. Talk about your work experience, the projects you took part or managed, your educational qualifications, and your achievements which are related to the position you are being interviewing for. | 2. Why did you leave your previous job? | Mention about leaving for a positive reason such as to look for new opportunities and challenges, a chance to do something special or other forward-looking reasons. Never refer to any management problems or issues with your supervisors or collegues. If you do so, interviewers may think that you are also a part of those problems and will rate you negatively. This is not the right place for complaining about your previous job. | 3. Why do you want to join this organization? | This question is asked to find...
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...Interview Skills There are some easy steps that you can take that will increase your chances of success at interviews. First, remember that job interviews should be a process of two-way communication. Not only are they a tool for employers to use to evaluate you, but they are also an opportunity for you to assess the job, the organization, and to see if there is a "fit." The keys to a successful interview are preparation and practice. The following suggestions will help you prepare for an interview: Self-evaluation It is important for you to think about yourself and your past experiences in order to be ready to articulate what you have to offer an employer. Consider the following topics: • • • • • • • How your present and past experience relate to the position Your current and future career goals What skills and expertise you have to offer The skills that you would like to develop or improve Location, salary, and lifestyle priorities Kinds of people and environments you prefer Past experiences you want to highlight such as volunteer work, hobbies, travel Before the Interview Research the Company - A company's website is an excellent place to begin. It usually gives you information on whether it is international or domestic, what its revenues are, how many locations it has, and the nature of its major products. Most companies are very proud of their websites. Don't be surprised if one of the first questions interviewers ask when you arrive is, "Have you have had a chance...
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...Camille Alexandra G. Del Rosario Individual Assignment Interview Errors 1. Stereotyping: Stereotyping involves forming a generalized opinion about how people or the candidate of a given gender, religion, race, appearance, or other characteristic actually thinks, acts, responds, or would perform in a job without any evidence that it is actually true. Stereotyping is not only hurtful but is also wrong. It is not right to constantly put someone down based on your preconceived perceptions because this will not encourage them to succeed. One example of stereotyping is presuming that a woman would prefer a desk job over working outdoors because of her gender. Another example would be the applicants’ appearance that makes him/her seem unable to do the job. Also another is not hiring or promoting married women because they are not the primary earners of their family and will most likely focus on the family rather than the job. 2. Halo Effect: The "halo" effect follows when an interviewer allows one outstanding positive feature about the candidate to overshadow or have an effect on everything else. Employers tend to generalize one exceptional point of a candidate as representative of success even if it is unrelated to the traits and skills the employers are looking for. The Halo effect is a very subjective bias about a person that actually influences the total judgment of the interviewer. The halo effect also sometimes makes us attribute all sorts of positive...
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