BM Seminar Series - Success in Interview, By Ratnesh A Desai.
Get your Dream Job.
How to Succeed In Interviews
Top 20 Interview Q&A
Do's and Don't of Interviews
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6. Importance of Job Interview
• Making an Impression beyond resume
• Two-Way Exchange of information
• Selling Opportunity by highlighting skills
• Get selected as the suitable candidate
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7. How to Prepare for
an Interview?
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8. How to Prepare for
an Interview?
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9. 5 W’s of Job Interview
Who?
• Family
Background
• Relevant
Experience
• Authenticity
• Dress Up
• Body
Language
• Social Media
Presence
What?
• Attitude
• Communication
• Personality Type
• Presentation
• Salary
Expectation
When?
• Notice
Period
Where?
• Location of
Profile
• 60 Minutes
Prior to the
Interview
Why?
• Reason for
Change
• Suitability
for job
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10. 5 W’s of Job Interview
5W’s of Job Interview:-
• Help us know the FIVE AREAS to prepare
• Help us know HOW to prepare
• Help us know the Do’s and the Don’ts
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11. 5 Areas to Prepare for
an Interview
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12. 5 Areas to Prepare for
an Interview
1. Résumé also known as Curriculum Vitaé (CV)
2. Dressing & Grooming for an efficient look
3. Etiquettes with a professional touch
4. Body Language using mirror practice
5. Interview Questions most likely to be asked
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13. 5 Areas to Prepare for
an Interview
RésuméOR
Curriculum Vitaé
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14. 5 Areas to Prepare for
an Interview
1. Résumé
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15. 5 Areas to Prepare for
an Interview
Dressing
&
Grooming
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17. Neat Hairstyle
Neatly Groomed Hair
Pressed Collared Shirt
Simple Tie
Pants or
Knee-Length
Skirted Suit
(Navy, Black, Charcoal)
Nylons or Dress Socks
Low to Medium
Closed-Toe
Heel
Long Sleeved
Pressed Shirt
Two or Three
Piece Suit
(Navy, Black, Charcoal)
Matching Dress Socks
Dark Shoes
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33. Mock Interview
Tell me about yourself.
• Most asked question
• Ice-breaker
• Not a life-story
• Stick to education, career & current situation.
• Mention from farthest back to the present.
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34. Mock Interview
What do you know about this organization?
• Vision & Mission of the company
• Core business
• Target Customers
• Main players/decision makers
• CSR Activities
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35. Mock Interview
Why are you looking for another job (or why did
you leave your previous job)?
• Do not mention money at this stage
• State developing career and self
• Stay positive
• Do not talk about drama if fired
• Keep it brief
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36. Mock Interview
Why do you want this job?
I want to be a part of company which is:
• Market Leader
• Innovator
• Provides vital service
• Provides enough challenge to apply my skills.
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37. Mock Interview
What is your greatest strength?
• Remember to highlight related strength
• Mention a number of qualities
• Example: good motivator, problem solver,
performing well under-pressure, loyal, positive
attitude, eager to learn, taking the initiative,
attention to details etc.
• In the end mention your core strength
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38. Mock Interview
What is your biggest weakness?
• No weakness = You are obviously lying
• Be realistic
• Mention a small work related flaw (fault)
• Emphasize your steps to overcome it
• This question is about self-evaluation
• Your answer must reflect that you are:
(i) Human (ii) experienced (iii)able to correct
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39. Mock Interview
How do you handle stressful situations and
working under pressure?
• I do not panic
• I instead take a pause
• I consider alternate solutions
• I don’t hesitate to ask assistance
• I don’t hesitate to seek guidance
• I maintain constant communication
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40. Mock Interview
What are you like working in a team?
• I am an excellent team player
• Mention what type of role you play
• Example: leadership role, coordinating,
cooperative, problem-solver
• Be prepared to give specific examples
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41. Mock Interview
Tell me about a suggestion that you have made
that has been successfully implemented.
• This is to test your execution skills
• Can you successfully implement plans?
• Give a brief example from job
• Fresher can quote examples of group projects
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42. Mock Interview
Have you ever had to bend the rules in order to
achieve a goal?
• Beware of this question
• Under no circumstances is it ok to break
company policy
• This question is about being ethical
• It judges loyalty towards company
• Work ethic is very important for repeat success
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43. Mock Interview
Are you willing to travel or relocate if necessary?
• Be clear beforehand
• There is no point in saying ‘yes’ if your
answer is ‘no’
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44. Mock Interview
Why should we hire you?
• Chance to stand out
• Connect your achievement with the job
• Highlight what you can do for the company
• Align individual and company’s vision
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45. Mock Interview
What is your salary expectation?
• Remember knowledge is power
• So try asking them the range
• Be aware about industry standards
• For new job profile – state the best estimate
• If you want to advance in career, state money
is not the motivator
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46. Mock Interview
Do you have any questions for us?
• This question will come up every time.
• Don’t reply “no questions”
• Ask about the following:
(1) Your job profile (KRAs)
(2) How do you want my contribution to the
company progress?
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53. About Us
• Established in 2004
• 1,50,000 participants undergone various trainings
• A team of 20 professional trainers
• 4 English Communication Training Centers across Mumbai
• Participants have been from varied backgrounds:
o Professionals (more than 60%)– Chartered Accountants, Software
Engineers, Bank Managers, Engineers, Medical Doctors
o Students: (around 40%) – Graduate and undergraduate students from
both vernacular medium & English medium schools
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54. Training Solutions
For Individuals
• Standard Programs
o Basic English Course
o Advanced English
Course
o Business English Course
• Customized Programs
o Learn at your Office
o Customized modules
• Train the Trainer –TTT
o Become a trainer
For Corporate
• Standard Programs
o English Fluency Course
o Business English Course
o Written & Verbal
Communication skills
course
• Customized Programs
o Spread over a weekends
o Customized modules
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55. Courses for Individuals
• Basic English Course
o Comprehension, Reading, Writing, Basic Tenses, Introduction to
Public Speaking, Grammar Basics, English Fluency
• Advanced English Course
o Grammar, Fluency, Vocabulary, Public Speaking, Body
Language, Neutral Accent, GDs, Confidence Development ,
Personality Development
• Business English Course
o Presentations Skills, Business Communication, Communication
Skills, Advanced Vocabulary, Email Drafting, Time Management,
Delivering PowerPoint Presentations
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56. Courses for Corporates
• Standard Programs
o English Fluency Course
• Grammar, Fluency, Vocabulary, Public Speaking, Body
Language, Neutral Accent, GDs, Confidence Development ,
Personality Development 2 Day Business English Course
o Business English Course
• Presentations Skills, Business Communication, Communication
Skills, Advanced Vocabulary, Email Drafting, Time
Management, Delivering PowerPoint Presentations
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57. Training Program at
Centers
• Locations:
o Dadar, Andheri, Kandivali, Thane
• Timings:
o One Hour Batches starting 7 am to 9 pm
• Frequency:
o Monday to Friday
o Weekend Batches
• Course Material
o A grammar book, a course material book, a Video and an Audio
CD
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58. Social Responsibility
Initiatives
• Supporting NGOs for Student Education
o Conducting Sessions for economically challenges students
• English Speaking
• Personality Development
o Supporting initiatives from:
• Rotary Club of Mumbai- Kandivali West
• Rangoonwala Foundation India Trust
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60. Vision
To Educate and Empower
Individuals to be Global Leaders
Mission
Create and conduct training
programs that enhance the
quality of life of all individuals
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Thank you for participating in the BM Seminar.
We are sure that you noted your points and will follow them to get to your success.
We have additionally listed the below Takeaways for you as a quick reference:
It is OK to be nervous before an Interview, being calm and composed before the Interview starts
will help you. Take deep breaths and visit the restroom before the interview.
Polished Shoes create a very good impression. Use the rest room to clean them if needed.
Your Phone should be switched off during the Interview.
Saying 'Yes' when asked for tea or coffee is OK if it will help you get refreshed.
Keep the Resume on the top in your folder for easy access. Carry additional copies of Resume.
Present your Resume in a respectful manner to interview panel.
Remember to come back to Power Pose while seated in the Interview.
Answering " I do not know this, as I have not come across this ever" is an acceptable answer.
While answering maintain eye contact with member who asked the question from the Interview
panel.
Smiling when a difficult question is asked will help answer better.
Wishing the panel members good day with confident handshake at the end is recommended.
Wish you a good luck for the next Interview and successful career ahead.
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