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In today’s employment market, the job writing process has many facets. Applying for a job is a
challenging process for the inexperienced job application writer and the process does not just include
writing a job application. It also includes writing a cover letter, addressing selection criteria and
attending one or more interviews. We don’t often think that as a part of the job application writing
process that we will attend a group interview, but these are becoming increasingly common. Companies
that recruit large numbers of staff (like retail and supermarket chains) love group interviews. They are
also used to recruit graduates into highly prized positions in organisations such as accounting firms,
banks and other corporates.
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If you’ve never attended a group interview before, you might find the idea of standing out from
the crowd a daunting prospect. However, in your job application writing process and job
search if you approach a group interview with the right attitude, it can be a great way of
practically reinforcing the skills required within the job description. To help you make the right
first impressions, here’s our list of tips for group interviews.
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2. Come prepared
to speak aloud
1. The interview starts
when you walk in the door
How to Stand Out in a Group Interview
4. Don’t let yourself
be intimidated
3. Show leadership, but
don’t dominate

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At a group interview, you can expect to be monitored from the moment you walk through the
door, well before the formal process begins. Again a very scary prospect for many
inexperienced job application writers. Remember by getting to the interview stage that you
have made it through the job application writing process so you are already ahead of others.
Your potential employer is watching to see how conduct yourself, especially in relation to
other applicants. So, be friendly. Take the initiative and start conversations with the people
around you. Show off your social skills. You will come across as confident and inclusive –
exactly the kind of employee your future boss is looking for. And make sure you greet your
interviewer at the beginning and thank them at the end. The bigger the group, the more
important this is!
The interview starts when you walk in the door

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Research tells us that many people are more frightened of public speaking than death itself.
Therefore, it is true that, at a funeral, some people would rather be in the coffin than giving
the eulogy! Regardless of how much it frightens you, chances are, at a group interview, you
will be asked to stand up in front of the group and introduce yourself to everyone and often
it’s the dreaded, “Tell us a bit about yourself,” question.
Save yourself the embarrassment and always come prepared with a brief, but interesting
introduction of yourself. Perhaps this can be done when you are preparing your written job
application. Speak clearly and confidently, even if you are panicking on the inside! If, at any
stage, there is activity that requires a volunteer or a spokesperson, then put your hand up!
This is a sure fire way to be noticed!
Come prepared to speak aloud

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Almost all group interviews have some kind of group activity that requires you to work
together with others. This is your opportunity to take the initiative and show off your
leadership and communication skills. But, be careful not to dominate as this is the fastest
way to convince your employer that you are not a team player.
You want to come across as assertive, but also inclusive. Try to include any introverts in your
group by asking for their opinion. Listen to what others have to say and show you are
listening properly through your body language. Be attentive and alert. Nod, smile, lean in and
maintain appropriate eye-contact (not too much!) Never speak over the top of someone or
cut someone off.
Show leadership, but don’t dominate

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If you’re naturally an introvert, then make sure you don’t get lost in the group.
Chances are, one or two people will try to take control, but make sure you don’t just
fade into the background. Force yourself to answer first every so often, but not every
time, even if you usually let others go first. Don’t allow yourself to drift along but take
control when the opportunity presents its self.
Don’t let yourself be intimidated

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So, there you have it! Job application writing is much much
more than just putting pen to paper or fingers to the
keyboard. Job application writers need to ponder on what
happens after the job application writing process and you
actually win an interview. There are many many different
forms of interviews that organisations use to “test” potential
applicants. A group interview is just one strategy and can be
nerve-wracking at first, but remember, everyone is nervous
and almost everyone is wondering what everyone else thinks
about them. Not just you! And remember that you have
done well just to get there! Your written job application has
done enough to put you in front of others. So go in with the
right attitude, a big smile, a firm handshake and you exude
self-confidence (even if you have to fake it!), they can actually
be a lot of fun! Good luck!
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