Ppt on interview skills

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2.  Definition
 Types
 Preparation
 Dressing
 Arriving on time
 Body language
 Communication
 Communication skills
 Closing the interview
 Common questions
 Conclusion
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3.  Basically, an interview is a conversation
between two people (the interviewer and the
interviewee) where questions are asked by the
interviewer to obtain information from the
interviewee.
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5. This type of interview is based on the notion
that a job candidate’s previous behaviors are
the best indicators of future performance.
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6.  Tell me about a project you worked on where the
requirements changed midstream. What did you
do?
 Tell me about a time when you took the lead on a
project. What did you do?
 Describe the worst project you worked on.
 What happened the last time you were late with a
project?
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7.  one interviewer one candidate
 informal in nature
 less distance between interviewer and candidate
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8. This kind of interview focuses on problem
solving and creativity.
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9.  Used to determine whether the applicant has the
right qualifications
 Helps the interviewer to fill in missing information
about the applicant
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10.  Panel means a selection committee that is
appointed for interviewing the candidate.
 Panel may include three or five members.
 Final decision are taken by all members
collectively by rating the candidates
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11. Interview
preparation
Written
Preparation
Mental
Preparation
Physical
Preparation
Situational
Knowledge
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12.  Dress formally and well groomed
 You will never get a second chance to make a good
impression
 Use simple accessories like simple jewelry, watches,
ties, etc
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13.  Be on time! This means not only don't be late,
but don't be too early, and don't arrive with
“baggage”. 10 minutes early is good.
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14.  Body language is a form of non-verbal
communication, consisting of body pose,
gestures, and eye movements.
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16.  Matching your communication style to that of the
interviewer.
 Listen carefully to the interviewers questions
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17.  A good handshake
 Pronounce the interviewer's name properly.
 Maintain Good eye contact with your interviewer.
 Smile. Look as if you are enjoying the conversation.
 Have a Confident posture.
 Show ENTHUSIASM.
 Listen carefully to the interviewer's question.
 Ask the interviewer questions when the opportunity
arises
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18.  Ask (if you haven't been told) what the process
will be after the interview has been completed, or
when they would be prepared to make a
decision.
 Leave the interviewer with a good impression —
smile and a firm handshake.
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19.  Tell me about yourself
 What experience do you have in this field?
 What do you know about this organization?
 What have you done to improve your knowledge
in the last year?
 Are you applying for other jobs?
 Why do you want to work for this organization?
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20.  Know the company
 Confirm important details
 Switch off your mobile
 No wet fish hand shakes
 Ask questions
 Body language
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