Interview Preparation

Module

Christy Kiran Paul

Allegis Group

Agenda for Session 1

Introduction Stages of Interview

Interview Questions Video Question

& Answer

IntroductionWhat do you mean by Interview?

A meeting of people face to face, especially for

consultation.

Stages in Interview Preparation

3 Stages in Interview

Pre-

Inte

rvie

w • Re-Read Resume• Work out clothes

to wear• Rehearse interview• Work out a strategy

for dealing with stress

• Read JD Carefully• Interview Timings

Inte

rvie

w • Be yourself

• Be honest• Be prepared to talk -

but not too much• Don't be afraid to ask

for clarification• Illustrate your

answers with examples

• Be ready to sell yourself

• Be interesting

Post - Interview

• Know when the interview is over - read employer's body language

• Thank him/her for his/her time

• Learn from the experience - ask for feedback if necessary

Interview Questions

1. Tell me about yourself ?Acronym - EES

E – EducationE – EmploymentS – Skills

Interview Questions

2. What has been your most important achievement in life so far? Why?

Acronym– S or V,E

V – Volunteering - Social Activity/CauseE – Extra Curricular Activities

Interview Questions

3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

No Acronyms

Interview Questions

4. Why have you applied for this job?

No Acronyms

Interview Questions

5. Why should we hire you?

F – FeatureA – AdvantageB – Benefits

Acronym– FAB

Interview Questions

6. Do you have any questions for me?

No Acronym

7. Do you have any “more” questions for me?

Time to ask Q & A

Time for Video

End of Session 1

It’s Time for Break………..

Group discussions - Session 2

End of Session 2

It’s Time for Refreshment………..

Mock Interview - Session 3

End of Session 3

Open Feedback - Session 4

Thank You