2. INTERVIEW
• An interview is a conversation between two or more people
where questions are asked by the interviewer to elicit facts
or statements from the interviewee.
• Although interviews are a standard part of journalism and
media reporting, the focus of this piece is on how interviews
can be used as a tool for psychological research

3. Definition of Interview
Human Resource Management
A somewhat formal discussion between a hirer and an
applicant or candidate, typically in person, in which
information is exchanged, with the intention of establishing the
applicant’s suitability for a position

6. SELF EVALUATION
• How your present and past experience relate to
the position?
• Your current and future career goals.
• What skills and expertise you have to offer?
• Location salary and life style priorities.
• Kinds of people and environment you prefer.

7. BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
• Research the company.
• Practice interviews.
• Dress professionally.
• Arrival.

8. During the interview
• First impression.
• Smile.
• Body language.
• Listen before answering.

9. • Give brief answers.
• Be truthful.
• Know your resume.
• Keep things in a professional level.

10. After the interview
• Back in touch with the interviewer.
• Get everyone's business card.
• Thank the interviewer.
• Do not give up.

11. Additional tips.
• Focus on presenting a positive and enthusiastic tone.
• If you are asked to describe your weakness, steer away
from negative descriptions.
• After the interview, write a brief thank you letter.

12. Some Interview Questions
• Case Questions.
• Behavioural or situational questions.
• Role-play questions.
• Industry-specific questions.
• Brainteasers.

13. General questions
• Tell me about yourself.
• What are your strengths and weaknesses?
• What qualities do you think make someone successful in
our industry?
• What would you like me to know most that is not on your
resume?

14. The Phone Interview
• Objective - The idea behind a phone interview is to gain an
invitation for a personal interview, and to gather more information
for future steps in the process.
• Preparation - Have a pad, pen, and a copy of your resume near the
phone. Use a phone in a quiet area. Avoid any background noise.
Also avoid using a cordless phone, because they tend to transmit
poorly.

15. Speaking
• Smile and be enthusiastic.
• Speak in a conversational manner, and be sure to
speak loudly enough to be heard.
• Let the interviewer do most of the talking.
• When the interview is over, let her/him know that
you are very interested in scheduling a personal
interview at her/his place of business.