This document discusses important aspects of interview skills, including the meaning and purpose of communication and interviews. It provides details on the perspectives of both the applicant and employer in an interview. It also outlines common interview types, dos and don'ts, myths, mistakes, and frequently asked questions. The key points are: - Communication involves sharing facts, ideas, thoughts, and feelings between people. Interviews allow employers to assess suitability of applicants and allow applicants to determine fit. - Interviews are important for making first impressions. From the applicant perspective, they aim to persuade the employer to hire them by displaying confidence and interest. From the employer, interviews assess suitability relative to other candidates. - Common interview

1. Managerial Communication and
Soft
Skills
INTERVIEW SKILLS B.Sindhu Bhargavi
MBA 1st Year
Pin No. 16NR1E0012

2. MEANING AND DEFINITION OF COMMUNICATION
Communication is derived from a Latin word called
“COMMUNICARE” which means “To share, To participate and To
convey.”
“Communication means exchange of facts, ideas, thoughts, emotions,
feelings to one person or to a group of people.”
by, Newman and Summer

3. Why Interview?

4. You don’t get a second
chance to make a first
impression

5. What is an Interview?
It is a view and structured
meeting between you and an
employer

6. Interview is a two way street
Employers are attempting to determine if you are an appropriate
fit for the job and their culture?
You decide the environment is right for you?

7. The purpose of an Interview
Depends on two perspectives:
The applicant’s perspective
The employer’s perspective

8. The Applicant’s Perspective
Persuading the prospective employer to hire you
Displaying confidence in your ability to perform competently
Demonstrating interest in the employers’ needs and interests
Demonstrating behaviours consistent with your advance
“publicity”

9. The Employer’s Perspective
The purpose of the interview from the employer’s point of view
is to assess/evaluate your suitability, relative to other applicants.
By
Verifying information supplied in your work search documentation
Asking questions, listening to your responses and observing your
body language
Exploring your values, beliefs, expectations, skills and other
qualifications as they relate to the type of work you are seeking
Gathering information about you to help in making an informed
decision

10. Types Of Interviews
Telephonic
One-on-One
Panel

11. Stress interview
Meal
On-site-Interview

12. Do’s And Don’ts
Enter with confidence
Waling to the interview table – smile and greet
Shake hand – make eye contact
Take a seat only after you are asked to

13. Sit confidently
Take your time – think and answer – don’t rush
Dress code
Managing silence

14. Facial expression
Perfumes and deodorants
Don’t give up during the interview

15. Interview Myths
Interviews are like a school exams – the more you say, the better you’ll do
Never say “I Don’t Know”
Good looking people get the job
If you answer the questions better than other, you’ll get the job
You should try to give the perfect answer
You must ask questions to demonstrate your interests and intelligence
Relax and just be yourself

16. Common Interview Mistakes
No communication skills
Failing to express yourself clearly
Not being aware of your body language
Failing to control those nerves
Failing to give appropriate examples
Trying too hard to please the interviewer

17. Frequently Asked Questions
Tell me about yourself?
Why should I hire you?
What is your expectation from the company?
Describe your ideal career?
What is your strength?
What is your weakness?

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