MM Bagali, HR, HRM, HRD, MBA, Interview, Research....... interview 2013

1. The Art & Science of Making it at Interview
M M Bagali, PhD
Jain University,
Brand Ambassador,
Asian HR Board, India

2. Get connected
M M Bagali, PhD in HR
Professor of Management and Human Resources,
Coordinating, Research in Management,
JAIN University
319 / 17TH CROSS / 25TH MAIN / 6th PHASE / JP NAGAR,
Jain University/ Bengalore -560 078 / India
Tel: 80 43430400 / Fax: 080 26532730
mm.bagali@jainuniversity.ac.in
http://in.linkedin.com/in/mmbagali

3. mm.bagali@jainuniversity.ac.in

4. How many have experienced and how
was it

5. Experience like this……
• Anxiety
• Nervous
• Taken back
• Angry
• Surprised
• Totally Blank
• Cool
• Good
• ok ok
• Mixed reaction

6. 5 Things….
• Be Aware of Yourself
• On The Day of the Interview
• During the Interview
• After the Interview
• Emotional and Behavioral preparation

7. How To Make A Favourable Lasting
Impression

8. 3 ‘P’
Preparation
Preparation
Preparation
8

9. Research…… Research…… Research……..

10. The right kind of greeting / entry / introduction

11. Offer a firm handshake / namasthe

12. Talk with a firm voice
Talk politely

13. Don't slouch in the chair

14. Body language - it says a lot about you

15. Dress for the occasion

16. Expect the unexpected

17. On the hot seat

18. Work on your language skills

19. Pre preparation
Products and Services
Market Share
Financial Status
Future Plans
History
Culture
People
Policy
Strategy
Updates in paper/ journal/ business magazine

20. Before the Interview
• size of organization
• location of facilities and offices
• Structure of organization - by product line, function,
• past, current & potential growth
• types of clients
• service

21. • potential markets, products, services
• price of products or services
• present value and structure of assets
• Recent items in the news
• Who the competition is
• training provisions
• Vision of the CEO
• Others you know in the organization

22. Expected Format……..

23. QUESTIONS ABOUT YOURSELF
• Tell me about yourself.
• What do you consider to be one of your weaknesses (strengths)?
• What is unique about you?
• What qualifications do you have that indicate you will be successful in your field?
How would they relate to our position? What do you have to offer?
• What are your own special abilities?
• What new skills or capabilities have you developed over the past year?
• What have you done which shows initiative and willingness to work?
• What are your greatest work and non-work accomplishments during the past two
years?
• Describe three things that are most important to you in a job?
• What motivates you?
• What have you been doing since your graduation from college? Since you left your
last job?
• How would a co-worker, or friend, or boss describe you?
• What are your interests outside of work, college?
• What qualities do you admire most in others?
• How would you describe your own work style?

24. QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR CAREER GOALS
• Where do you see yourself five/ten years from now?
• What type of position are you interested in?
• What are your salary requirements--short term/long term?
• What is success? What personal characteristics will contribute to your success?
• How will employment with us contribute to your career plans?
• What do you expect from a job?
• What are your career objectives - short and long term?
• This job is a total change from previous employment. How does it fit your career
goals?
• What are your location preferences?

25. QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL EDUCATION
• How does your education relate to this position (or how does your education
prepare you for this position)?
• What activities did you engage in at college?
• What classes did you like most in college? Least? Why?
• Why did you decide to go to _______________ college?
• Why did you choose your particular specialisation?
• Describe your academic strengths and weaknesses?
• What are your plans for continuing your education?
• What career related skills do you possess as a result of your academic
preparation?
• What have you read recently in your field?

26. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE QUESTIONS
• What have you learned from your past jobs?
• How often, and in what way, did you communicate with your subordinates and
superiors?
• What were the biggest pressures on your last job?
• What challenges did you face in your last job and how did you overcome them?
• What were some of your biggest achievements in your last job?
• How did your job description for your last job change while you held it?
• What specific skills acquired or used in previous jobs relate to this position?
• How does your previous experience relate to this position?
• Why did you leave your last job?
• What did you like most/least about your last job?
• Whom may we contact for references?

27. QUESTIONS SPECIFIC TO THE COMPANY/JOB
• Why should we hire you?
• Why do you want to work here?
• What do you know about this organization?
• What salary do you expect?
• Why do you think you would like this type of position? Company?
• What kind of boss do you like to work for?
• How long do you intend to stay here?
• What do you think determines a person's progress in an organization?
• What interests you about our product or service? How would you improve it?
• What do you think would be your greatest contribution to our operation?
• How do you solve problems?
• When can you start to work?
• Can you travel overnight?

28. 10 Very Quick TIPS
• Research
• 10- 15 Minutes before arrive
• Dress the part
• 2-3 additional bio data (color)
• Expect the unexpected questions
• Firm handshake (body language)
• Sit/Stand/ Eye Contact
• English/ Language/Voice/Tone
• Mail the thanking letter

29. welcome for the presentation
“Global Skills Which Magnify My Personality”

30. “Global Skills Which Magnify My Personality”
Dr. M M Bagali, PhD
Brand Ambassador, Asian HR Board, India

31. Preparing
for the Future:
Employer
Perspectives on
Work Readiness Global Skills

32. What skills employers see in
students which are vital for success

33. Corporate want with these stuff….
• Smart • Class
• Energetic • Quality
• Innovator • Excellent
• Talent • Effective
• Performance • Results
• Best / Good • Master………

34. 3A
• Ability to work at global level
• Assertiveness in decision making
• Adaptability with global business

35. 3B
• Best in my work
• Bright in my ideas
• Beautiful in my behavior

36. 3C
• Creative at my workplace
• Communication with all
• Curiosity in thinking

37. 3D
• ?
• ??
• ???

38. 3D
• Decision making at workplace
• Daring in business
• Defining standards

39. 3E
• ?
• ??
• ???

40. 3E
• Eagerness in learning
• Effectiveness at work
• Efficient in approach

41. F G H I J K L M
N O P Q R S T U
V W X Y Z

42. Needed Skills for Personality
Development

43. Sense-making
The ability to determine the deeper meaning or
significance of what is being expressed in
business

44. Social intelligence
Ability to connect to and stimulate reactions and
desired interactions

45. Novel and adaptive thinking
Proficiency at thinking and coming up with
solutions and responses beyond rule-
based

46. Cross-cultural competency
The ability to operate in different cultural
settings

47. Design mind-set
Ability to represent and develop tasks and
manage company

48. Virtual collaboration
Ability to work productively, drive
engagement and demonstrate presence
as a member of a team

49. Managerial Skills for Personality
Development

50. 50

51. 51

52. Displays
Honesty Displays Honesty and
and
Integrity
Integrity
• Shows concern and consideration for
others
• Is trustworthy
• Demonstrates optimism
• Is assertive
• Inspires and motivates others
• Deals well with ambiguity
• Is decisive Focuses on results

53. Solves
Problems
and
Solves Problems and Analyzes
Analyzes
Issues Issues
• Takes initiative
• Is organized and good at planning
• Innovates
• Wants to tackle challenges
• Develops strategic perspective
• Acts independently
• Has technical expertise
• Communicates powerfully and broadly

54. Practices
Self
Developme
nt
Practices Self-Development
• Is open to others' ideas
• Respects others
• Displays honesty and integrity
• Inspires and motivates others
• Takes initiative
• Is willing to take risks and challenge the
status quo

55. Establishe
s Goals Establishes Goals
• Inspires and motivates others
• Gains the suppose of others
• Develops strategic perspective
• Champions change
• Is decisive
• Has technical and business expertise
• Focuses on results

56. Exhibits Exhibits
Technical/
Profession
al
Expertise
Technical/Professional
Expertise
• Solves problems and analyzes issues
• Builds relationships and networks
• Communicates powerfully and broadly
• Pursues excellence
• Displays honesty and integrity
• Acts in the team's best interest

57. nnovates
Innovates
• Is willing to take risks and challenge the
status quo
• Supports others in risk taking
• Solves problems and analyzes issues
• Learns quickly from success and failure
• Develops strategic perspective
• Takes initiative

58. Focuses Focuses on Results
on Results
• Is organized and good at planning
• Displays honesty and integrity
• Sees desired results clearly
• Establishes stretch goals
• Is personally accountable
• Is quick to act
• Creates a high-performance team

59. Takes
nitiatives Takes Initiative
• Emphasizes speed
• Is organized and good at planning
• Champions others
• Deals well with ambiguity
• Inspires and motivates others
• Establishes stretch goals
• Displays honesty and integrity

60. Communica
tes
Communicates Powerfully
Powerfully
nd Broadly
and Broadly
• Inspires and motivates others
• Develops strategic perspective
• Establishes stretch goals
• Deals effectively with the outside world
• Is trustworthy
• Translates messages for clarity
• Solves problems and analyzes issues
• Takes initiative

61. Builds
Relationshi
ps
Builds Relationships
• Collaborates and fosters teamwork
• Displays honesty and integrity
• Communicates powerfully and broadly
• Provides rewards and recognition
• Practices inclusion and values diversity
• Demonstrates optimism
• Practices self-development

62. Collaborate
s and
Collaborates and Fosters Teamwork
Fosters
Teamwork
• Is trustworthy
• Practices inclusion and values diversity
• Develops strategic perspective
• Establishes stretch goals
• Communicates powerfully and broadly
• Displays honesty and integrity
• Inspires and motivates others

63. Champions
change Champions change
• Inspires and motivates others
• Builds relationships and networks
• Develops others
• Provides rewards and recognition
• Practices inclusion and values diversity
• Focuses on results
• Develops strategic perspective

64. Inspires and Motivates others
Inspires
and
Motivates
others
• Connects emotionally with others
• Exhibits clear vision and direction
• Communicates powerfully and broadly
• Collaborates and fosters teamwork
• Nurtures innovation
• Is a strong role model

65. Develops others
Develops
others
• Practices self-development
• Shows concern and consideration for
others
• Practices inclusion and values diversity
• Develops strategic perspective
• Provides effective feedback and
development
• Inspires and motivates others
• Provides rewards and recognition
• Displays honesty and integrity

66. Develops
Strategic
Develops Strategic
Perspective
Perspective
• Focuses on customers
• Solves problems and analyzes issues
• Communicates powerfully and broadly
• Establishes stretch goals
• Demonstrates business acumen
• Champions change
• Inspires and motivates others

67. Connects
the Group
to the
Connects the Group
outside
world to the outside world
• Develops broad perspective
• Develops strategic perspective
• Inspires and motivates others
• Has strong interpersonal skills
• Takes initiative
• Gathers and assimilates information
• Champions change
• Communicates powerfully and broadly

68. Last tips
• Setting goals with positive self expectation
• Aligning personal goals with organizational goals
• Improve quality of Interpersonal Transactions
• Communicating effectively with employees & team members
• Ways of handling differing views or disagreements at the workplace
• Finding ways of solving problems arising day to day in the
organization
• Managing emotions while taking productive decisions
• Prioritizing situations to keep a stable work-life balance

69. Any questions or comments about the presentation can be sent to
sanbag@rediffmail.com / sanbagsanbag@rediffmail.com