Interviewing Chirag Tilara David Barrymore Edmond Kwok Jimmy Lau

Agenda Presentation Goal Interview: Definition, Objectives, Types & Methodologies Exercises & Debriefing HR & Legal considerations Tips for successful interview Things to avoid Panel interview & debriefing On-line reference tool Q&A

Presentation Goal: Primary Develop a general understanding of job interview process Learn tips for turning a job interview into a job Gain hands-on experience of job interview via simulated exercises

Presentation Goal: Secondary Provide the class with an on-line reference tool – targeted to aid in preparing for the next job interview.

Interview Defined:

Interview Types:

Interview Methodologies:

Exercise1: Elevator Pitch

Exercise: Elevator Pitch..Example

HR & Legal Considerations

Tips for successful job interview: PreparationObjective During the interview Know your strengths Know your weaknesses Follow-up

Tips: Pre-interview preparation Research organization Research position Know your interviewers Prepare required documentation Prepare for commonly asked questions Preparation Objective During the interview Know your strengths Know your weaknesses Follow-up

Tips: Establish interview objective Sell yourself using the strengths and experience you possess Keep in mind the job requirements and the organization’s need. Preparation Objective During the interview Know your strengths Know your weaknesses Follow-up

Tips: During the interview First impression Interview behavior ◦ Confidence ◦ Body language ◦ Positive attitude Organization of ideas PreparationObjective During the interview Know your strengths Know your weaknesses Follow-up

Tips: Know your strengths Showcase your strengths as they relate to the job In case of behavioral questions, highlight your strengths and experience in the form of response that follows: ◦ STAR  Situation, Task, Action and Results ◦ SOARA  Situation, Objective, Action, Results and Aftermath PreparationObjective During the interview Know your strengths Know your weaknesses Follow-up

Tips: Know your weaknesses Question to test your arrogance or self awareness. Technique: ◦ Weakness not related to the job you are interviewing for ◦ Frame your weakness in the form of strength PreparationObjective During the interview Know your strengths Know your weaknesses Follow-up

Tips: Follow-up Thank you note – opportunity to re- iterate interest Mention anything important that you might have missed Emphasize how you can make valuable contributions Keep it comprehensive Send it out on time PreparationObjective During the interview Know your strengths Know your weaknesses Follow-up

Things to avoid:

Exercise1I: Panel Interview

On-line reference tool:

Q & A

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