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    Prepared For: Muhammad Faisol Chowdhruy

    Sec- 04

    Submission Date- 10/08/2011

    Topics

    Name IDs

    Mehnaz Tarannum 0920202030Tanvir Hussain 0920243030S.M.Ali Adnan 0920268030Pankaj Das 082162030Tanvir Hassan 0920574530

    10 questions that you will use to interview candidates for the

    job of teaching Mgt 351

    How to become a successful interviewer?

    How to be a successful interviewee?

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    i. Letter of Transmittal

    10th August, 2011

    To

    Muhammad Faisol Chowdhury (FCY)

    Lecturer,

    School of Business,

    North South University, Dhaka.

    We have successfully completed our report for this mgt-351 course. We have prepared 10

    questions that we may use to interview candidates for the job of teaching MGT-351 and also we

    have prepared the process of becoming a successful interviewer and interviewee. We have made

    some recommendations so that the findings of our report can be more justified. We appreciate all

    sort of criticism and we most welcome any queries. If you have any query please contact us.

    ----------------- --------------------- -------------------

    Tanvir Hossain Mehnaz Tarannum Pankaj Das

    ------------------------ ------------------------

    S.M. Ali Adnan Tanvir Hasan

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    ii. Declaration statementWe hereby declare that the project work submitted to our MGT-351 Faculty, Muhammd Faisol

    Chowdhury, is a record of an original work done by us under the guidance of our faculty. This

    project work is not performed for the award of any Degree or diploma/ associate ship/fellowship

    and similar project if any. We therefore declare that, we will not use this project for any type

    personal benefit. We also declare that we have not copied anything in this project without proper

    reference.

    Tanvir Hossain

    Mehnaz Tarannum

    Pankaj Das

    S.M. Ali Adnan

    Tanvir Hasan

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    iiiiii.. AAcckknnoowwlleeddggeemmeennttOne of the most pleasant parts of submitting a report is the opportunity to thank those

    who have contributed to it. Unfortunately, the list of expression of thanks- no matter how

    extensive is always incomplete and inadequate. These acknowledgements are no exception.

    Our first acknowledge goes to the almighty Allah for bestowing us the patience and courage to

    finish this huge task within its deadline.

    Acknowledgments must go to the team members, whose unflagging patience and astounding

    capacity for creative work, and long hours made the project both possible and successful under

    the pressure of knocking deadline.

    At last, we sincerely acknowledge our debt to Muhammad Faisol Chowdhury, our honorable

    faculty, for his valuable counseling towards the improvement of the project. Without his

    encouragement, this would have been impossible.

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    iv. Executive Summary:This report lists and explains different questions that are generally asked by an interviewer

    and also illustrates a preparation guide for interviewers and interviewees.

    Initially, our report consists of 10 questions that we may use to interview candidates for the job

    of teaching MGT 351. Major questions include asking candidates to describe themselves, why

    should we hire them, what are their strengths, what are their career goals, what really attracts

    them behind choosing the profession of a teacher and also whether they believe in themselves

    that they are capable of performing the job tasks efficiently. We believe that these questions will

    help us a great deal to assess and evaluate the candidates properly.

    Next, our report explains how to become an effective interviewer. We have discussed about

    some important steps and procedures that a person should go through to become a successful

    interviewer. We also have mentioned some issues that the interviewer should always be aware of

    like EEO, AA, and Diversity Management and so on. We believe that any person who would go

    through these steps will be very close of becoming an effective interviewer.

    In the final phase of the project, we have discussed regarding how a person can prepare for a

    successful interview. We believe that to excel in interviews, one need to follow some generalized

    rules and systems that we have discussed in this report.

    We have also stated our recommendations and limitations on doing this report.

    We believe that the range of questions and tips discussed in our report will not only help to

    create meticulous interview questions and effective interviewers, but also help interviewees to

    successfully impress the interviewers and capture the job.

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    v. Table of contents1.0 Introduction. 07-08

    1.1 Objective

    1.2 Scope

    1.3 Methodology

    1.4 Limitations

    2.0 Body Part .. 08-23

    2.1 (Part-01)10 questions to ask Candidates for teaching HRM ...08

    2.2 (Part-2) How to be an effective as an employment interviewer.13

    2.3 (Part-03) How to take preparation as an interviewee for a successful interview.18

    3.0 Recommendations..........................................................23

    4.0 Conclusion . 24

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    1.0 Introduction:

    This report was written for the partial fulfillment of our Management-351 course entitled

    Human Resource Management which is a core course in B.B.A. In this course we come to

    know different theories which are based on the Human Resource Management. While we are

    writing this report we are have founds lots of similarity on these theories. Before writing this

    report we only had the theoretical knowledge about this topic but we had the curiosity how this

    Human resource management system really works in real life. This report gave the opportunity

    to teach us the real impact of human resource management activities in an organization which

    helped us to understand the depth of the topic more and to connect the theory with our real life

    implications.

    1.1Objective:

    Once we finish our studies, most of us will probably enter the corporate world. There we will

    have to face frequent interviews. Then gradually in future we will certainly become interviewers.

    So, to be successful in our field of work it is very important to know about the system or process

    of becoming a successful interviewer and interviewee. The objective of our report is to find out

    the way of turning oneself into an effective interviewer and also how to prepare oneself to be a

    successful interviewee.

    1.2Scope:

    This report includes the mostly accepted way of becoming an effective interviewer and a

    successful interviewee. We also have included questionnaires which are frequently asked during

    interviews, mostly for the HR candidates. By following these, we believe that anyone with good

    potential and integrity can become successful in his/ her work. So, the scope is there for

    individuals to improve themselves and keep themselves up-to-date with the advancement of the

    corporate world by following our report. We also had scope to talk with different successful

    interviewees and effective interviewers while doing our report. We believe these little

    experiences will help us a lot in our upcoming future.

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    1.3Methodology:

    To fulfill our objective we have conduct several methods to get our desired information. We

    have researched over some books to get the perfect knowledge about our project topics. We also

    visited the website to get the clear idea and in dept information about the advancement and latest

    trends. We have also talked with different corporate people just to know about their experiences

    and to get a real idea.

    1.4Limitations:

    We tried our level best to prepare the report properly and efficiently. However, we also had some

    limitation in our work like others. We have prepared the set of questionnaires based on our own

    perception and knowledge. We have also written the procedure of becoming an effective

    interviewer and successful interviewee based on our own way of thinking and the way that we

    have found to be most effective and mostly accepted worldwide. However, any individual may

    disagree with us as different people have different way of thinking and different view point. One

    may think some elements to be more important that we may have found less important. But we

    have tried hard to generalize things and tried to make our findings acceptable to majority of the

    people. Other than these we do not have any other major limitations in our work.

    2.0 Report Body

    2.1Part-01

    The 10 questions that we will use to interview candidates for the job of teaching MGT-351:

    1. Tell us something about yourself.

    By this question candidate is asked to give a general idea about him/her. The general information

    includes name, academic background, interests, hobby etc. A candidate can describe him/herself

    in several ways, such as

    I'm a people person. I really enjoy meeting and working with a lot of different people.

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    I'm a perfectionist. I pay attention to all the details, and like to be sure that everything is justright.

    I'm a creative thinker. I like to explore alternative solutions to problems and have an openmind about what will work best.

    I'm efficient and highly organized. This enables me to be as productive as possible on thejob.

    I enjoy solving problems, troubleshooting issues, and coming up with solutions in a timelymanner.

    When you respond, keep in mind the type of position you are interviewing for, the company

    culture, and the work environment. Your answer should help show the interviewer why you're a

    match for the job and for the company.

    2. Why are you interested in teaching Human Resource Management?

    By this question an interviewee is asked to explain why he/she has chosen this particular field.

    He/she can say, I have done my major in Human Resource Management an d I have experience

    in managing people, their work and interpersonal relationship with them. An interviewee can

    answer this question in this manner, Actually I am extrovert person. I like talking people,

    meeting new people, I like that everyone should know me as a HR .Human Resource is animportant asset for any organization .You need professionals who can take care of Human

    Resource in an efficient and effective way because at the end of a day if your employee would

    not be happy than the effect will be on the Organization Performance. So HR Professionals are

    the persons who take care of this important resource and that are why they are called Human

    Doctors. As a profession HR gives you more liberty in bringing the changes in the organization

    that you want, whether it is - policy making, Appraisals, Recruitment, Employee Engagement all

    give you satisfaction and keep you in high spirits.

    3. What are your greatest strengths?

    This is one of the easier interview questions interviewee will be asked. When candidate is asked

    questions about strengths, it's important to discuss attributes that will qualify the candidate for

    the job. The best way to respond is to describe the skills and experience that directly correlate

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    with the job candidate is applying for. A candidate can answer this question in several ways such

    as

    When I'm working on a project, I don't want just to meet deadlines. Rather, I prefer tocomplete the project well ahead of schedule.

    I have exceeded my sales goals every quarter and I've earned a bonus each year since Istarted with my current employer.

    My time management skills are excellent and I'm organized, efficient, and take pride inexcelling at my work.

    I pride myself on my customer service skills and my ability to resolve what could bedifficult situations.

    4. Why should we hire you?

    The best way to respond is to give concrete examples of why your skills and accomplishments

    make you the best candidate for the job. Take a few moments to compare the job description

    with your abilities, as well as mentioning what you have accomplished in your other positions.

    Be positive and reiterate your interest in the company and the position.

    5. What are the most important things you are looking for job?

    Best way to respond to this question is focusing on self esteem, recognition, experience, social

    status etc rather than focusing on salary. Candidate can mention about how much salary he/she is

    looking for if asked but should not mention the exact amount but can mention a range. This may

    seem like an easy common interview question to answer, it is in fact a tricky job interview

    question. While the interviewer is asking you what you are looking for in a job, in actual fact

    they want you to answer with what they are looking for from you . Again when preparing for this

    question, be sure to have the job ad close at hand in order to assess in precise detail what therecruiter is looking for in a candidate. Answer this question the way you think the interviewer

    wants you to answer it, by describing desires that the job you have applied for will be able to

    deliver to the candidate.

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    6. What are your career goals for next 5 years?

    Try to avoid vague or general answers such as I would hope to grow with the responsibility I

    am offered and to develop my skills as far as I am able or I would expect to be in a

    management role by then. This question allows you to demonstrate that you have done your

    research on the career routes open to you within the organization and so you should try to be

    more specific - not necessarily tying yourself down to a particular route, but showing that you

    have at least a general idea of where you want to go. Use the employer's recruitment literature to

    gain an idea of the career paths followed by past graduates. You may be able to supplement this

    by showing your knowledge of professional bodies and the steps you will need to take to gain

    their qualifications, e.g. in areas such as Human Resource Management. When answering this

    typical job interview question stay focused on career goals and aspirations.

    7. Do you thing you can reach to your goals by working in this organization?

    A short term goal generally falls within a one to two year delivery period. The goals that you

    describe should be career focused, based on areas where you would like to improve on a skill or

    achieve a qualification that will boost your career growth. When answering to how you intend on

    achieving these goals to the employer, never leave a door closed. Opportunity and drive is your

    number one objective in order to achieve any goal and this is why your explanation needs to berealistic and attainable within this short period. By displaying your enthusiasm and desire to

    succeed, this will indicate to the employer that you are a motivated and inspired employee.

    Without goals, we are just like a headless chicken running around a field without anything to aim

    for. A goal will help to provide us with guidance and direction and help us move forward in life.

    8. What do you find most attractive about this position?

    By asking this question I will be able to identify what really attracts the candidate behind

    choosing the profession of teaching. I will get to know does the money in the profession attract

    him or he/she wants the get the respect. Some may also have a broader thinking, like one may

    wish to give proper knowledge or education to the students and this may be the most desirable

    thing to him. So, this question will help me to know the persons real Moto in life.

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    9. Can you perform the essential functions of the job for which you have applied for?

    This question is basically about knowing the job-fit of the candidate. The way the candidate will

    answer this question, I will be able to judge his confidence level. I will also be able to identify

    the candidates mind set and does he/she really believe in himself that he/she has the capability of

    performing the job duties and responsibilities efficiently. If the person has the confidence of

    doing the work properly than it will show in up in the way he /her answers the questions. So, the

    judging the person will be a lot easier for me.

    10. Do you have any questions about your job duties or about the organization?

    This question is also very important. It is very often found that the candidates also have

    something to ask about the organization, organizational structure, job duties and responsibilities,

    salary structure etc. This question will give them a chance to know about these very important

    issues. The candidate and I will also be sure about the organization fit that means will the

    candidate be able to cope him/her the new job environment and organizational culture.

    These are the 10 questions that we think can be asked when we are taking interview for the job

    of teaching Management-351 in North-South University.

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    2.2Part-2

    How to be an effective as an employment interviewer:

    It is not always easy to become a successful job interviewer. To be a successful job interviewerone have to go through several processes and different steps. Here we are going to discuss the

    steps and processes of becoming a successful interviewer:

    First, you need to know what are the vacant positions are available in the organization and what

    type of people you want for those positions, like do you want people from Human Resource

    background or you want people from finance, marketing etc.

    Then you need to choose the interview format. There are different types of interview formats

    available like the structured or unstructured format. There are also different types of interview

    techniques, for example there are sequential, panel, and situational, online are many other types

    of interview techniques available. To be a successful interviewer you have to find the best

    technique and best format according to the situation and according to your need.

    After you have successfully chosen the interview format, now its time to prepare the questions

    that you will going to ask the interviewees. The questions should be logical and they should

    bring out the best from the interviewee. By judging the answers, it should be possible to select

    the appropriate person for the respective job. This is why it is very important to select the

    questions properly. It is often found that if the questions are not well structured the whole

    interview process comes under criticism.

    The next step is to review the review the candidates resumes. It is very often found that the

    applicants have applied through their resumes. If the interviewer goes through the resumes

    before the interview, then it is obvious that the interviewer will have some sort of primary idea

    about the person and about his/her background. Then it will become a lot easier for the

    interviewer to conduct the interview successfully and hence become a successful interviewer.

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    Doing Research

    Once you have properly implemented the previous stuffs than the time has come to do some

    research work.

    Labor Market Analysis: Labor market analysis means to find out the supply and demand of

    talents in the labor market. If the supply and demand of labor and talent in the market is

    sufficient than you will have one unique type of mindset before interview. However, if you find

    that the supply is less than the demand or the demand is less than the supply than you will have a

    whole different mindset. So, before the interview starts you have to be sure about these things in

    your mind.

    Demographic Condition: This means to find out the condition of the country, like what is the

    total population, what is the density, what is the average age etc. These things are also very

    important to know as an interviewer and specially if you want to be a successful one.

    Target Role Analysis: Target role analysis means to analyze the job duties and responsibilities

    that the selected person will have to perform. The target role analysis is more like the job

    analysis thing.

    Before the interview starts it is very important to do some research about these issues as it will

    give the interviewer an overall idea of the current situation.

    Planning the whole interview process:

    The next step is to plan the whole interview process and structure. It is very to plan a thing

    before executing it. In this planning process the interviewer have to know about some important

    issues.

    Ethical issues: The interviewer should be aware of the ethical issues.

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):- EEO means to give a fair and equal chance to

    everyone. The interviewer should not be biased on any circumstances. To follow EEO is

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    Establish Rapport with the interviewee at first:

    First of all, the interviewer should welcome candidate with friendly behaviour because the

    candidates are always nervous in the interview period. The interviewer should try to make the

    interviewee as comfortable as possible. So interviewer can ask him non-job related question as

    well as can gossip few minutes to make him comfortable.

    The interviewer should be aware of the following:-

    Have a firm handshake Be alert and upright - and relax! Look enthusiastic and interested

    Speak clearly Maintain plenty of eye contact Let the interviewer lead Don't go on too much - watch for any signs of boredom on behalf of the interviewer Avoid jargon Think replies out before answering Leave with a smile!

    Start the main interview:

    The interviewer can use sequential strategy to understand the candidate well. This is the main

    part of the interview where the interviewer will ask technical questions regarding the

    interviewees background. It's better therefore to focus on 'good' interview questions rather than

    'tough' ones. Good interview questions encourage interviewees to think about them and to give

    the interviewer clear and revealing information as to the interviewee's needs, capabilities,

    experience, personality, and suitability for the job. The best interview questions are therefore the

    questions which most help interviewees to reveal their skills, knowledge, attitudes, and feelings

    to the interviewer. But the interviewee should maintain good eye contact and be aware of body

    language.

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    Close the interview:

    It is the important component for conducting the interview. Actually two things are necessary for

    ending the interview.

    Give chance to the candidate for asking any question about job or organization. Try toend the interview on a positive note .Going for a review process such as the interviewer

    should say the answer of the question whatever he asked, tracking the numbers so that

    the candidate can understand his mistake and his position during the interview period

    .The beginning and ending of the interview can be the most crucial aspects of the

    interview.

    Finally, close the interview by explaining what happens next in the hiring process andthank the candidate for his or her time. If appropriate, explain that once the hiring

    decision has been made, job offers may be conditioned on favorable results of any

    necessary professional and/or physical examinations or successful completion of

    academic requirements. Avoid stating any type of appointment commitment, even when

    you are in a position to guarantee it.

    Review the process:

    After the candidate leaves candidate, the interviewer can review the note and fill in the structuredinterview guide. Reviewing the interview shortly after the candidate leaves which can also help

    minimize snap judgments and negative emphasis. So, it always very important to review the

    stuffs once the interviewee leaves.

    Final assessment and eventually selecting the appropriate person for the vacant position:

    For every organization it is important to have a right person on a right j o b . Recruitment and

    Selection plays a vital role in this situation. Recruitment precedes selection and helps in

    selecting a right candidate. Different types of people, as determined by their personalities or

    work styles, will be successful in different types of companies. If you're in the recruiting process,

    break down each candidate in terms of three areas: work style, management requirements and

    ideal work environment. These factors don't necessarily address the candidate's skills as they

    relate to the job. The candidate's ability to get the job done is a given in this case. These criteria

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    will be helpful in choosing any candidate, and will be especially beneficial when you have two

    or more top prospects from which to choose .There are elements of a candidate's work style

    beyond the basic ability to complete the necessary tasks. These are the personality traits that

    motivate a person to do the job.

    It can also be mentioned that the interview should take place in a private room where telephone

    calls are not accepted and cannot be minimized interruptions. Probably most interviews fail to

    unearth the best candidate because the interviewer is unprepared or overconfident or just plain

    lazy. Be prepared to keep an open mind regarding the candidate and to keep a record of the

    answers and review them after the interview.

    After completing the interview of the candidate, the interviewer should sit with their board

    members to select the candidate finally for the position. Taking opinion from each other

    regarding candidate, they can select right person for the right job.

    2.3Part-03

    How to take preparation as an interviewee for a successful interview:

    An interview is a formal meeting with a view to ascertaining your suitability for the job before

    entering a contract or agreement. The job interview is a strategic conversation to determine

    whether a good fit exists between you and the employer. It is like a tape recorder in which your

    past incidents, feelings and reactions are played back to the living present to be listened to by the

    interviewer who can then get a glimpse into your inner qualities which otherwise cannot be

    easily exposed. It is a social process, which involves interaction between two persons the

    interviewer and the interviewee. The interviewer tries to expose the inner traits and qualities of

    the interviewee. Through this method it is possible for a person to come in contact with the other

    and know his attitudes, characteristics and ideas on a variety of subjects. In an interview, a

    rapport is established between the interviewer (an individual or an interview board/panel) and the

    interviewee (the candidate aspiring for the job.

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    The interviewer will try to determine whether you with all of these attributes, will be an asset to

    the organization. Your goal is to present yourself as the best candidate for the position and also

    to learn more about the position and the employer. You also want to determine whether the

    organization and the position is well suited for you and your career goals. Thus, the interview is

    a two-way discussion rather than an interrogation, as it is often perceived to be. The interview is

    your chance to communicate your ability and skills directly to the potential employer. An

    interview is an opportunity for both parties to get to know each other and to determine if there is

    potential for a match. Anyone can learn to have a successful interview because interviews are

    skill-based. Most people find having interviews to be a terrifying prospect. Remember that the

    key to a successful interview is preparation and careful listening. The interview is a vital step to

    getting a career position and consequently deserves more than casual preparation. You need to be

    ready to answer questions about your career goals and background. You will also want to

    develop intelligent questions that will help you make an informed job choice decision.

    Furthermore, preparation helps build your Self-confidence in your interview skills. Most

    importantly, preparation is the key to a successful interview session.

    Preparing For the Interview

    So, you have landed an interview for a seemingly wonderful job! Now what? Successful

    interviewing will be essential in order for you to lock in an offer. it provides you with the key

    tips and strategies for having a successful interview from preparation through delivery. Let's start

    with an overview of the keys to positive interview experience.

    Know Yourself

    Most interviews include questions regarding your qualifications, education, campus and

    community activities, prior work experience, personal characteristics, skills, career interests and

    goals. To prepare for answering questions about yourself, think about the following questions:

    Which skills and personality characteristics do I want to talk about?

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    What are my strengths? How did I develop them (in what activities?)

    What are my weaknesses? How am I improving them?

    What job experiences are most relevant to this position?

    What did I gain from my college education and college experience?

    What are my short and long-range career goals? How does this position and employer relate to

    those goals?

    Focus on those experiences that best sell you for the position for which you are being

    interviewed. If you are unsure or undecided about which jobs or career fields best match your

    skills, interests and background, take the time NOW to assess yourself and explore various career

    fields. In addition, identify your key strengths related to the position and be able to cite examples

    of these strengths.

    Know Your Career Field and the Specific Position

    Before being interviewed for positions, complete thorough research of various career options of

    interest to you. Gain as much information as possible about the career field(s) including, nature

    of work, job responsibilities, skills, education and other qualifications required, and entry-level

    salary ranges. In addition to researching the career field, you need to analyze the specific job

    description and how your background, skills and experience apply to each position. Prepare a list

    of pertinent functions of the position and the skills needed to get the job done. Then make a list

    of your experiences and accomplishments and assess how you have developed and applied these

    skills. In addition, evaluate your interest in this position/career field and be able to articulate it.

    Know the Employer and Industry

    It is also important to learn as much as you can about the employer before your interview. By

    adequately researching the organization, you will have a much better chance of creating a

    positive impression. The following questions can help guide your research.

    What is the size and structure of the organization?

    What are the organization's products and services?

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    What is the organization known for?

    What are the geographical locations of its plants, divisions, subsidiaries, stores or sales outlets?

    How well is the organization doing?

    Who are the organization's clientele or customers, and major competitors?

    What are the organization's entry level positions, career paths?

    To obtain information about the employer, read company annual reports, recruiting literature,

    promotional materials, organization web page, job descriptions, employer directories, newspaper

    business sections, trade journals, and other related business publications. However, you will

    probably also want to use large university libraries, public libraries, the employer's public or

    investor relations department, local Chambers of Commerce and the Internet to access these

    information resources.

    Uncover the Interviewers Real Needs

    Spend as little as possible answering your interviewers first question and as much time as

    possible getting him or her to describe his or her needs. Determine what the person is expecting

    to accomplish and the type of person she or he is needed. Once you know the type of person your

    interviewer is looking for and the sorts of problems he or she wants solved, you are in a good

    position to describe your own accomplishment in terms of the interviewers need.

    Your Facial Expression

    An interview can judge a lot from your facial expressions. Wear a smile when you enter the

    interview room. The smile should continue once you are in and are greeting the members of the

    interview board. This indicates the candidates self-confidence and relaxed attitude and will help

    to develop a quick rapport with the board members. A long and serious face strains the

    atmosphere for both you and the interviewers. A ready, pleasant and spontaneous smile creates a

    favorable impression on the members of the interview board. However dont continue to smile

    once the interview gets started.

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    Right on Time

    Time has immense importance especially in the corporate world .this is the right time to show the right

    attitude never be late on the day of interview as this will do nothing good with your future.

    Speech Mannerism

    The interview is an oral examination to assess your personality; therefore your speech

    mannerisms assume much importance. They are a medium of communication and denote the

    cultural and environmental influences on your personality.

    Self-Confidence

    Self confidence is very important when you are giving an interview. While you are facing an

    interview you should believe in yourself and that makes you to be confident.

    Dress to Make a Good First Impression.

    The best way to ensure a good first impression is to dress smart. If you are interviewing for a job

    in an office, it is usually best to wear a dark-colored, conservative suit (for both men and

    women). If you are interviewing for a job where the dress code is more casual (at a factory or a

    construction site, for example), nice slacks and a collared button-down shirt with a tie for men

    and a nice dress or blouse and slacks or skirt for women are usually appropriate. You should

    avoid wearing excessive jewelry, perfume, and flamboyant clothes. Good personal hygiene is

    also important. If you are unsure what to wear, you should always go with the most conservative,

    professional option. What you are wearing tells employers a lot about how serious you are about

    getting the job.

    Its not about money for you:

    Its an obvious thing that you want to work and at the same time you want to earn good but still it is a

    wrong attitude to ask about the salary by yourself. Unless and until you are not asked about the salary

    you should not talk about that as it will give a bad impression.

    Follow up with a Thank-You Note.

    Make sure you let the interviewer know how pleased you were to have the chance to interview

    with him or her. Immediately after the interview, send the interviewer a thank-you note, thanking

    him or her for taking time to interview you.

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    3.0 Recommendations:

    The findings and conclusion in this report support the following recommendations:

    An interviewee always should focus on what the employers has asked for not on whathe/she wants to say.

    An interviewee should not mention his/her weaknesses unless he /she is asked to. An interviewee should be very careful about what he/she is saying. He/she should not

    sound arrogant while giving answers of the questions.

    An interviewee should always keep in mind that the organization needs him/her as muchas he/she needs it. So, he/she answer the questions in a decent manner.

    An interviewee is suggested to take preparation way ahead the interview date. He/sheshould plan the overall preparations steps those he /she is going to take.

    An interviewer should plan the overall process of conducting recruitment and selectionprocess.

    An interviewer should keep in mind to apply AA, EEO, diversity and other ethical issues. An effective interviewer is always recommended to research about the labor market. During the interview session an employer or interviewer should always give the

    candidate a second chance. An interviewee can be nervous so, it is the employers

    responsibility to make the candidate comfortable.

    Interviewer should give the candidate chance to ask questions if he/she has any. Whileasking questions an interviewee should sound polite and decent.

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    4.0 Conclusion:

    At last we want to say that, our findings in this report will certainly assist individuals to

    perform successful interviews and also will help interviewees to prepare themselves for their

    respective interviews to some extent. All these questions and points might sound very common

    and easy, but they turn out to be very important as soon as we enter our professional lives. These

    actions reflect our own personality, and so framing these actions carefully before performing

    them is very important. When we sit in interviewers chair, these reports help us to do efficient

    recruitment. And when we are interviewees, these reports will also assist us in creating a

    remarkable impression in the interviewers mind. So, it is very important that how we represent

    ourselves in front of the audiences. And we believe, anyone who will follow our points and steps

    mentioned in the report will sure be successful and effective. We should present ourselves withconfidence and dedication

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