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General Tips To Overcome An Interview


Exclusively for Campus/Off-campus

So what if you are not a mountaineer. Or a keen hiker.


You still cannot treat your interview like a careless
morning trot along a jogger's path. Your jaw-jaw at the
interview table is nothing less than a cautious climb up a
mountain trail--which begins around your early childhood
and meanders through the years at the academia before
reaching a new summit in your career. And as you
retrace your steps down memory lane make sure that
you post flags at important landmarks of your life and
career, so that you can pop them before the interview
panel scoops them out of you. You don't want to be at
the receiving end, do you?

Face the panel, but don't fall of the chair in a headlong


rush-and-skid attempt to tell your story. Take one step at
a time. Here are a few preparation tips from the Team of
Freshersworld.com that books on interviews sometimes
overlook. Remember, as a fresher you do not have
anything to loose but to gain.

TYPICAL QUESTIONS THAT AN INTERVIEWER


WOULD ASK

1.Tell me about yourself


The most often asked question in interviews. You need to
have a short statement prepared in your mind. Be careful
that it does not sound rehearsed. Limit it to work/Study-
related items unless instructed otherwise. Talk about
things you have done well at your college and how you
wanted to perform in the first job.

2. Why Should We Employ You?


For this question, your answer should list out strengths
that you feel are relevant to the job. Given below are
some answers which could help you with your answers.
However, structure them to suit your requirements.

I have good co-ordination skills


Good analytical skills
I can persuade people to see my point of view, and get
the work done
My greatest asset is my ability to motivate people
Even during emergencies, I do not loose my cool
I have good entrepreneurial skills
I have consistently met my deadlines and targets
Can say “no” to people when required to do so!
I am very co-operative with my sub-ordinates, and would
like to see them grow
I am a good team player
I am very flexible, and have the ability to work hard under
difficult work conditions
I have the experience and knowledge relevant to this job
(Here, give appropriate details and examples)

3. Do You Have Offers From Other Companies ?


This is of course a difficult question to answer. Obviously,
you must have applied to other companies if you are
looking for a job or would have some offers from other
companies already. Therefore, do not lie that you have
not. However, you are on thin ice here! The interviewer
could be checking your honesty. On the other hand,
he/she may also be trying to find out how focused you are
- are you applying randomly, or is there a well-planned
strategy?
Whatever your answer, it should match your career goals.

4. What Salary Are You Expecting?


Try not to get into salary details early in the interview. If
pressed, you could say that it all depends on the job, and
would like to talk about it after a job offer. Say this in a
convincing tone. In case you are asked this question in
your latter interviews, give a direct answer. Do not sound
apologetic while quoting the figure you have in mind.

SALARY EXPECTATIONS :

1. How much do you expect?


If you have done your homework, you would know how
much other people in similar jobs are paid. Quote the
range upfront.

2. How much do you think you are worth?


Work out how much you should be paid, given the market
value of the job and your skills. If you can bring some
extra skills to the table, do not hesitate to ask for more
than the market value.

3. What kind of a culture are you comfortable with?


It is better to be frank about your preferences. Your
interviewer will get a clear idea about your expectations.

4. Which is more important to you-salary, perks or growth


opportunities?
This one will reveal the real you. So be sure what you are
going to say. Above all, be true to yourself. If you think
this is a negotiation move, then say clearly that you will
never sell yourself short.
5. What do you know about our company?
Do not give your opinions about the company. Stick to
reported facts that you have gathered from newspapers
and so on. Talk about the product portfolio, size, income,
and market perceptions of the company. Also it is better
to refer details about each company before going for the
interview from Freshersworld.com or
PlacementWeek.com

6. Why should we choose you over someone else?


Talk clearly about problems that you have solved in your
College/Project Team and highlight the quality required.

6. Your qualifications are excellent, but you may be


overqualified for the position we have to offer?
Point out that more experience can never be a drawback.
If you are multi-skilled, then highlight the fact that a
company on the fast-track needs multi-skilled people. It
needs people within different departments to work
together. Also emphasise that the company's future
growth will be an exponential function of your
experience.

QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD ASK :

Interviewers usually round off by giving you an


opportunity to ask questions. Treat it like a welcome
opportunity.
You could ask questions like.
a) Tell me about your company.
b) Now that I have outlined my career goals, do you think
you can offer me the opportunities I need?
c) What kind of training and learning can I expect in your
company?
d) Describe the work culture and the management style
of your company?
e) What is the long-term vision of your company?

As a fresher, current position and status can impact the


way you are interviewed. Fresh Out of College

The basis on which you will be judged is your academic


background, family background, and interests.
If looking for your first job, ensure that your previous
experience, even if it is part-time, is noticed.
Mention projects or responsibilities you may have
undertaken. This will indicate your area of aptitude.
You should be willing to put in regular hours, in line with
the company's policies. The interviewer needs to know
whether you can be punctual and put in full-time work.
In case you have applied for the post of management
trainee, you should display an ability to adapt, and
indicate all-round interests. Moreover, you should have
good interpersonal skills.
You should be enthusiastic to learn, and show
commitment towards the organization, as the company
will be spending a lot on your training.

Bring with you :


a) Copies of your resumes
b) References and letters of recommendations.

First Impressions :
There is a common saying that minds are made up within
the first 5 minutes of an interview. So keep in mind these
important first impression indicators. Walk in the door as
if you already work there, carry yourself as though you
feel perfectly comfortable with the situation. Arrive on
time or a little early. In the waiting area, politely tell the
receptionist who you are meeting and in a friendly way,
ask where you should sit. Take slow, deep breaths to help
you remain calm and focused. When introduced to the
interviewer, have a firm, but not painful, handshake.
Smile. Have good posture when sitting or standing.
Introduce yourself in a relaxed, confident manner. Have a
well-groomed, professional appearance. Project a feeling
of confidence. Bring extra copies of your resume, some
thing to write on and something to write with.

Freshersworld.com wish you all the best of luck in your


Job Interview !

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