Interviewing
The Nature and Types of interviews Interview Structure How to Be Interviewed for a job How to Be Interviewed for an
Information-Gathering Interview The Responsibilities of an Interviewer
Interviewing
An interview is a form of oral interaction structured to achieve a goal that often involves just two people, but could include more than two people, who take turns speaking and listening.
Types of Interviews Information-Gathering Interview
Designed to seek information Appraisal Interview
Supervisor or employer shares information about job performance
Problem-Solving Interview Designed to resolve a problem
Persuasion Interview One person seeks to change or reinforce the
attitudes, values, or behavior of another person.
The Body: Asking Questions Questioning
Sequence Funnel Quintamensional
Design Tunnel
(Beebe & Ivy, 2004, pg 401)
How to be Interviewed for a Job Be Aware of Your Skills & Abilities Prepare Your Resume
A written, concise, organized description of your qualifications
Components Personal Information Career Objective Education Experience Honors & Special Accomplishments Optional Information References
How to be Interviewed for a Job Identify the Needs
of Your Employer Listen, Respond,
and Ask Appropriate Questions
Follow Up After the Interview
How to be Interviewed for an Information-Gathering Interview
Prepare for the Interview
Listen Effectively Respond
Appropriately
Responsibilitiesof the Interviewer
Be Aware of Biases & Prejudices Adapt to an Interviewee’s Behavior Deal with Sensitive Content Wisely Listen Effectively Record Information Ask Appropriate Questions