CSPD

2. Presenter
Laiba
Roll No:44

3. Preparing for job interview

4. Introduction
The job interview is one of the most important components of
your job search. The interview is an opportunity for the
employer to evaluate the match between your qualifications
and goals and the employer’s needs.

5. Purpose
To determine if this job & you are good match.

6. Types of interview
One to one job interview
Panel interview
Group interview
Meal interview

7. 1.One to one interview
The most common interview
Takes place between the interviewer and interviewee.
It’s a test conversation for both sides.

8. 2. Panel interview
Time saving form of interview.
Panel means a selection committee or interview committee
that is appointed for interviewing the candidates .The panel
may includes three or five members.

9. 3.Group interview
In group interview, a group of candidates together
meet the interviewer(s).
Candidate is “interviewed” in a group.
All the Candidates
stay in the same room
during
the interview.

10. 4.Meal interview
The goal of the dinner or mealtime interview is to determine
how you perform in a social setting.
During meal interview
1. Don’t smoke
2. Don’t complain about the food , service & restaurant.
3. Don’t over order.

11. PLANNING FOR INTERVIEW
 Know Yourself
 Know Your Field Of Interest
 Know The Employer
 Know The Position For Which You Have Applied
 Know The Interview Format Ahead Of Time
 Prepare For And Anticipate Questions
 Make A List Of Question To Ask

12. During the interview
 Arrive Early
 Arrive Prepared
 Make A Good First Impression

13. Appearance
• Dress Professionally.
• Use Makeup Moderately.
• Make sure your hair , mustache and/or beard are well
trimmed.
• Don’t over do use of jewelry.
• Shine Your Shoes , clean your fingernails , and clean your
glasses.
• Avoid strong perfumes and aftershaves.

14. BEHAVIOR:
• Carry yourself proudly.
• Use a firm handshake
• Maintain Good Eye Contact
• Smile And Be Friendly To Everybody
• Don’t over extend the interview

15. INTERVIEW MISTAKES
Arriving late.
Arriving early. Don’t arrive more than 15 minutes early.
Dressing wrong. Dressing too casually can ruin your
chances. The safest choice for any interview is a tailored suit
in a conservative color like black, navy, gray, or tan.

16.  Smoking. Smoking makes you look nervous. Tobacco-breath
should be avoided at all times.
 Drinking. Even if others are ordering cocktails, avoid drinking
alcohol.

17.  BEFORE INTERVIEW
 DURING INTERVIEW
 AFTER INTERVIEW

18. • Know The Position
Make sure you and the position are match.
• Know The Organization
Where to find Information about organization.
• Organization website.
• Pick smart, Appropriate Clothes.

19. • Be polite and friendly to everyone .
• Use positive body language .
• Use specific examples .
• Speak clearly, smile.

20. • Evaluate : Sit down somewhere quiet for a few minutes
to think about the questions you were asked and how you
might improve your answers next time.
• Send a thank you note : Manners cost nothing, so when
you get home send them a quick email thanking.

21. • Try to be alert the whole circumstances.
• Negative attitude
• Lack of interest
• Lack of preparation.
• Failure to give concrete example.