Tips before, during and after the job interview Frequently asked questions during the interview

1. Republic of the Philippines
POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
Sta. Mesa, Manila
College of Tourism, Hospitality and Transportation Management
BY: ROSALIE DEÑA
ACKIZZA SUERO
(BSTM 2-2N)
Business Communication in Report Writing

2. JOB INTERVIEW
A job interview is a one-on
one interview consisting of a conversation
between a job applicant and a
representative of an employer which is
conducted to assess whether the applicant
should be hired.

3. Job Interviews for most people are scary and
intimidating. You can overcome your fears by
knowing how it works and how to prepare for it
• Here are some of the tips to follow before,
during and after the interview:

4. Before the interview
1. Research about the company.
2. Prepare answers to possible questions
3. Arrive early
4. Dress appropriately
 Do not overdo perfume, jewelry, and make up
 As much as possible- avoid LOUD colors

5. During the Interview
1. Establish the relationship
 Allows the interviewer to put you at ease
 Shake hands firmly
2. Act confident but natural
3. Ask your own questions
4. Conclude positively
 Summarize your strongest qualifications
 Thank the interviewer

6. After the Interview
1. Makes notes on the interview
 Jot down key points regarding the interview
or the company– good and bad

7. TEN FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
in a
JOB INTERVIEW

8. 2. What are your strongest and weakness and
qualities?
 Stress your strengths that are related to work
 For weakness- give a strength disguised as
weakness

9. 1. What can you tell me about yourself?
 The prefect time to promote yourself
 Stick to professional and business related
strengths
 Avoid humorous reference and nonsense talks

10. 3. Why should we hire you?
 The opportunity to sell you strong points
 Focus on your skills, academic preparations, and
relevant experiences

11. 4. Where do you see yourself in ten years?
 Be ready to discuss a realistic plan that suit your
present age and situation

12. 5. What two or three greatest accomplishments
have given you the greatest satisfaction?
 Choose accomplishments that you are proud of
 Focus not on the end results but on the
problem-solving skills

13. 6. What are your interests outside work?
 Discuss some hobbies/ activities that you are
engaged into

14. 7. What have been your most rewarding or
disappointing work (or school) experience?
 Concentrate on positive experiences, and avoid
dwelling on negative and unfortunate topics

15. 8. What have you read recently? What movies
have you seen recently?
 These kind of questions are icebreakers; they
maybe given to explore your intellectual depth

16. 9. What are your long- and short- term goals?
 Suggest attainable goals that you have thought of
before the interview

17. 10. What questions do you have?
 Do not focus on salary or fringe benefits
 You can ask about your would-be work on a daily
basis or about training programs offered by the
company to its employees

18. Prepared by:
• Rosalie Deña and Ackizza Suero
• Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management, Section
2-2N
Submitted to:
• Professor Xavier Aquino Velasco
• Business Communication in Report Writing, ENGL
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