The document provides information about conducting interviews for psychological research and jobs. It defines an interview as a conversation where an interviewer asks questions to elicit information from an interviewee. It discusses preparing for an interview by researching the company, practicing, and dressing professionally. It also provides tips for making a good first impression, listening, having a positive tone, and following up with a thank you.

2. INTERVIEW
• An interview is a conversation between two or more people
where questions are asked by the interviewer to elicit facts
or statements from the interviewee.
• Although interviews are a standard part of journalism and
media reporting, the focus of this piece is on how interviews
can be used as a tool for psychological research

3. Definition of Interview
Human Resource Management
A somewhat formal discussion between a hirer and an
applicant or candidate, typically in person, in which
information is exchanged, with the intention of establishing the
applicant’s suitability for a position

6. SELF EVALUATION
• How your present and past experience relate to
the position?
• Your current and future career goals.
• What skills and expertise you have to offer?
• Location salary and life style priorities.
• Kinds of people and environment you prefer.

7. BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
• Research the company.
• Practice interviews.
• Dress professionally.
• Arrival.

8. During the interview
• First impression.
• Smile.
• Body language.
• Listen before answering.

9. • Give brief answers.
• Be truthful.
• Know your resume.
• Keep things in a professional level.

10. After the interview
• Back in touch with the interviewer.
• Get everyone's business card.
• Thank the interviewer.
• Do not give up.

11. Additional tips.
• Focus on presenting a positive and enthusiastic tone.
• If you are asked to describe your weakness, steer away
from negative descriptions.
• After the interview, write a brief thank you letter.

12. Some Interview Questions
• Case Questions.
• Behavioural or situational questions.
• Role-play questions.
• Industry-specific questions.
• Brainteasers.

13. General questions
• Tell me about yourself.
• What are your strengths and weaknesses?
• What qualities do you think make someone successful in
our industry?
• What would you like me to know most that is not on your
resume?

14. The Phone Interview
• Objective - The idea behind a phone interview is to gain an
invitation for a personal interview, and to gather more information
for future steps in the process.
• Preparation - Have a pad, pen, and a copy of your resume near the
phone. Use a phone in a quiet area. Avoid any background noise.
Also avoid using a cordless phone, because they tend to transmit
poorly.

15. Speaking
• Smile and be enthusiastic.
• Speak in a conversational manner, and be sure to
speak loudly enough to be heard.
• Let the interviewer do most of the talking.
• When the interview is over, let her/him know that
you are very interested in scheduling a personal
interview at her/his place of business.