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The document provides an overview of different types of job interviews: promotion interviews, appraisal/assessment interviews, exit interviews, and stress interviews. It then discusses how to prepare for an interview, including learning about the organization and interviewers, common questions to expect, and tips for presenting a professional image during the interview. Some dos and don'ts of interviews are also outlined, such as having a neat appearance, being prepared, showing enthusiasm, and avoiding negative behaviors. The document concludes with announcing an upcoming mock job interview assignment.

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Lesson 5 Interview PDF

The document provides an overview of different types of job interviews: promotion interviews, appraisal/assessment interviews, exit interviews, and stress interviews. It then discusses how to prepare for an interview, including learning about the organization and interviewers, common questions to expect, and tips for presenting a professional image during the interview. Some dos and don'ts of interviews are also outlined, such as having a neat appearance, being prepared, showing enthusiasm, and avoiding negative behaviors. The document concludes with announcing an upcoming mock job interview assignment.

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Lesson 5: Entering the

Workplace: Interview

Lecturer and Facilitator: Reference:


Ma. Lourdes G. Olegario Essentials of Business
Communication
by: Mary Ellen Guffey
What is an employment interview?

• An employment interview is a
formal meeting during which both
you and the prospective employer
ask questions and exchange
information.

• The employer’s objective is to find


the best talent to fill available job
openings, and your objective is to
find the right match for your goals
and capabilities.
Types of Interview

Promotion Interview
• Persons due for promotion are interviewed even if
there is no competition.

• This type of interview is more informal and serves as


induction for new responsibilities and duties.

• If there is competition for promotion, the interview


helps in the selection process and may also serve as
an opportunity for a discussion of career
opportunities for candidate.
Appraisal or Assessment Interview
• An appraisal interview is one of the methods of
periodical assessment of employees.

• Annual appraisal interview is the best method for


judging employees’ performance.

• A face-to-face confidential talk is an opportunity for


both to discuss on several issues which are related
to the job.

• This interview is more a discussion rather than


question-answer. The focus is on the career
development, shortcomings, areas which need
improvement, training, opportunities for promotion
etc.
Exit Interview
• An exit interview is given to an employee who has
resigned or is leaving the organization.
• The organization can—
• find out the precise reason for the employee
decision to leave.
• get feedback on employee’s opinion about the
organization’s policies.
• give the final pay cheque or information about
when it will be ready and how it will be handed
over.
• check that all books, manuals, tools, equipment
which were issued to the employee have been
returned as same.
Stress Interview
• A stress interview puts the candidates into difficult
situations in order to test her/his reaction to stress.

• This method is used for selection for positions in


which the person must be able to face difficult
situations without getting upset.

• A stress interview tests such qualities as courage,


tact, cool temper, and self-command, on candidates
which is needed when confronted by other individual
or groups.
Preparing for a
Job Interview
Learning About the Organization and the
Interviewers

• In addition to learning about the


company and the job opening,
learn as much as you can
about the managers who will
be interviewing you, if you can
get their names.
• Search LinkedIn in particular;
many professionals have
profiles on the popular
business networking site.
Points to learn about the organization:
• Full name
• Location (headquarters and divisions, branches, subsidiaries, or other
units)
• Ownership (public or private; whether it is owned by another company)
• Brief history
• Products and services
• Industry position (whether the company is a leader or a minor player;
whether it is an innovator or more of a follower)
• Key financial points (such as stock price and trends, if a public
company)
• Growth prospects (whether the company is investing in its future
through research and development; whether it is in a thriving industry)
Points to learn about the position:

• Title
• Functions and responsibilities
• Qualifications and expectations
• Possible career paths
• Salary range
• Travel expectations and opportunities
• Relocation expectations and
opportunities
Thinking Ahead About Questions

1. What is the hardest decision


you’ve ever had to make?
•Be prepared with a good example
(that isn’t too personal), explaining
why the decision was difficult, how
you made the choice you made, and
what you learned from the
experience
2. What is your greatest
weakness?
• This question seems to be a favorite of
some interviewers, although it
probably rarely yields useful
information.

• One good strategy is to mention a skill


or attribute you haven’t had the
opportunity to develop yet but would
like to in your next position.
3. Where do you want to be five
years from now?
• This question tests (1) whether you’re
merely using this job as a stopover
until something better comes along
and (2) whether you’ve given thought
to your long-term goals.

• Your answer should reflect your desire


to contribute to the employer’s long-
term goals, not just your own goals.
Whether this question often yields
useful information is also a matter of
debate but be prepared to answer it.
4. What didn’t you like about
previous jobs you’ve held?

• Answer this one carefully: The interviewer


is trying to predict whether you’ll be an
unhappy or difficult employee.

• Describe something that you didn’t like in


a way that puts you in a positive light,
such as having limited opportunities to
apply your skills or education.

• Avoid making negative comments about


former employers or colleagues.
5. Tell me something about yourself.
• One good strategy is to briefly share the “story of
you”, quickly summarizing where you have been
and where you would like to go—in a way that
aligns your interests with the company’s.

• Alternatively, you can focus on a specific skill that


you know is valuable to the company, share
something business-relevant that you are
passionate about, or offer a short summary of what
colleagues or customers think about you.

• Whatever tactic you choose, this is not the time to


be shy or indecisive, so be ready with a confident,
memorable answer.
Presenting a Professional Image

● Neat, “adult” hairstyle


● Conservative business suit (for women, that means no
exposed midriffs, short skirts, or plunging necklines) in a
dark solid color or a subtle pattern such as pinstripes
● Solid color shirt for men (white in more conservative
professions); coordinated blouse for women
● Conservative tie (classic stripes or subtle patterns) for
men
● Subtle makeup (for women)
● Exemplary personal hygiene
• Limited jewelry (men, especially, should
wear very little jewelry)
● No visible piercings other than one or two
earrings (for women only)
● No visible tattoos
● Stylish but professional-looking shoes (no
extreme high heels or casual shoes)
● Clean hands and nicely trimmed fingernails
● Little or no perfume or cologne (some
people are allergic, and many people are put
off by strong smells)
Interview Dos and
Don’ts
Negative Factors During an Interview

• lack of responsibility taken for actions


• lack of interest and enthusiasm
• lack of preparation, failure to obtain information
about the job and organization
• inability to express thoughts clearly, poor
diction or grammar, and lack of poise
• lack of career planning, purpose or goals
• lack of tact, maturity, courtesy or
professionalism.
Negative Factors During an Interview

• evasive – making excuses for poor


academic record or other unfavorable
factors
• overbearing, aggressive, arrogant or
conceited
• over-emphasis on money – interested only
in remuneration
• persistent attitude of “What can you do for
me?”
• failure to ask pertinent questions about the
job or the organization.
Midterm Exam Performance Task

1. Get ready for a mock job interview next week,


March 19
2. Submit your resumé complete with cover
letter on Tuesday (March 17). No resume, no
interview.
3. Details of your application:
▪ job is Project Supervisor
▪ company is SMEC Philippines, Inc. in Ortigas Ave., Pasig
City
4. Dress appropriately
End of Lesson 5

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