1. Interview
Tips and Tricks
Aravind .T.S
www.maxtrainer.in

2. The interview is your opportunity to
convince an employer that you are the
right person for the job

3. As the interviewee
• Communicate information about yourself, your
experience and your abilities
• Seek further information about the position and the
organization
• Evaluate the match between your needs and what the
job offers

4. For the interviewer
• Interview preparation - interest in and knowledge of
the industry, the position and the organization
• Communication skills - oral presentation skills and the
ability to interact with others
• Qualifications - academic, work, volunteer and other
experience
• Leadership potential and teamwork - demonstrated
ability to work with others and to get others to work
together

5. For the interviewer
• Clear and realistic career goals - future plans and
awareness of career paths
• Self awareness - realistic appraisal of self
• Motivation and success potential - enthusiasm for the
position; demonstrated patterns of accomplishment
• Work ethic - acceptance of responsibility, ability to
keep commitments and attitude of the importance of
work

6. Types of Interviews
Interviews can take a variety of
formats. Familiarize yourself
with all of them

7. Screening Interview
These are usually short interviews used to
screen for specific experience, skills and/or
education.
Job offers do not come as a result of
this interaction.

8. Telephone Interview
• This type of interview can happen
unexpectedly or be planned.
• No matter how it occurs, you must answer the
questions effectively in order to move to the
next stage

9. Guidelines for a telephone interview:
1. If it is scheduled, make it for a time when you can
give 100% of your attention.
2. If it is not scheduled, and the timing is not
convenient, let the employer know. Ask if you can
call back at a more convenient time.
3. Take the call in a quiet place.
4. Jot down key points you want to make and
questions you want to ask ahead of time.
5. Keep a copy of your resume and the job description
nearby.

10. One-on-One interview
• You and one interviewer.
• You may have individual interviews with
several members of an organization.

11. Sequential Interviews
• You may be passed from one department or
manager to another.
• one-on-one interview taking place at each
step

12. Panel Interview
• You are interviewed by a committee
• two to six members from several different
departments who have varying levels of
responsibility
• It is important to make eye contact with each
panel member

13. Group Interview
• you and other interviewees are interviewed
simultaneously.
• It gives the interviewer the opportunity to
screen many applicants at one time and also
provides an opportunity to observe group
interactions.

14. Preparing for the Interview
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verbal and nonverbal behaviors
Self-expression
self-confidence
Enthusiasm
knowledge of the organization ,and
your ability to relate to the interviewer will
create a positive impression.

15. Know yourself
Talking about your strengths and
accomplishments in a
straightforward, enthusiastic manner

16. Know the opportunity
Mission, customers, programs, staffing, new
products and services, acquisitions.
*organization’s website is a potential source for this
information

17. Organization and Position Research
1. What are the responsibilities of the position?
2. What skills are required?
3. What is the organizational structure of the
department/division to which the person in the position will
report?
4. What products or services does it provide?
5. What population does it serve?
6. Who is the competition?
7. What are trends in this industry?
8. What is the future of the organization?
9. Are any new initiatives planned?
10. Have any new products or services been introduced
recently?

18. Prepare for interview questions
Standard Interview Questions
– Tell me/us about yourself.
– Why did you apply for this position?
– What are your major strengths?
– What are your weaknesses?
– What accomplishments are you most proud of in
your career?
– Do you have any questions?

19. Behavioral Interview Questions
• One of the most reliable ways for an
interviewer to predict how you will perform in
the future
Is to hear about how you have performed in
the past.

20. common behavioral interview
questions
• Tell me about a time when you demonstrated
your ability to……
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Work effectively under pressure.
Handle a difficult situation with a co-worker.
Make an unpopular decision.
Be tolerant of an opinion that was different from yours.
Gain support for a new program.
Worked with others to complete a project.
overcome a major obstacle.
Prioritize the elements of a complicated project.

21. Situational Interview Questions
A marketing manager might be asked: “How
would you plan a new product or service
launch on campus?”
The interviewer may also present a hypothetical
situation for you to try and solve

22. The best way to prepare
• Thoroughly research the position and try to
anticipate interview questions.
• Review past experiences that reflect positively
on your behavior.
• Jot down ideas about each experience and
examine your role
• Select some challenging experiences

23. What maks you to crack the Interview
Practice
Practice
Practice

24. Before the interview

25. Dress appropriately
Choose industry-appropriate clothing in a classic
style.

26. Know where the interview is located and how
long it will take to get there
Allow time for traffic, parking and last minute
distractions. Arrive at least 15 minutes early

27. Take two or three copies of your resume and

28. Turn off your cell phone!

29. Relax
Be Yourself

30. During the interview

31. Be professional
• Remember, your interview starts when you
enter the building.
• When you shake hands, include eye contact
and a smile.
• Handshakes should be firm but not aggressive;
try matching the grip of the interviewer.

32. Anticipate the unexpected
You may be asked an unexpected question; try
to determine why it is being asked.
“That’s a good question; I would like to take a
moment to think about it.”

33. Always conduct yourself as if you are
determined to get the job

34. Be aware of your non-verbal behavior

35. After the Interview
It is time to evaluate your interview and send a
follow-up thank you.

36. Evaluate your interview
• What questions were asked?
• What questions did you wish you had answered differently?
• Did you present your qualifications in the best manner
possible, giving appropriate examples as evidence?
• Did you emphasize how your skills are related to the role?
• Did you talk too much? Too little?
• What questions do you wish you had asked the interviewer?
• What changes can you make for your next interview?

37. “Is this the right job for
me?”

38. Follow-up
In today’s competitive job market, little
things such as writing thank you letters
can make a Big difference.

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