Saturday 18 February 2012

Interview Questions List: Question regarding your skills



Interview Questions
Interview Questions
Interview Question Lists:  Question on your Skills

In an interview, the interviewer is trying to ascertain if you are fit for the job.  You need to show that you are skilled for the job.  Practice how you would answer these relatively basic questions regarding your skills.  Draw up a list if you need noting your strengths and weaknesses.  Make sure you highlight the important skills.

Frequently Asked Interview Questions Relating to Skills

  1. What experience do you have in the industry?
  2. What job and activities have you done that make you suitable for this position?
  3. What qualifications / competencies do you have for this job?
  4. What were your responsibilities at your last position?
  5. What are your major accomplishments or achievements in your last position?
  6. Have you had any other kind of training that would make you suitable for this position?
  7. Why should we hire you?
  8. Why do you want the job?
  9. What makes you different from the other candidates?
  10. What skills do you think are most critical for this job?   And how do your skills relate to this?

Group Discussion Interview Tips


Interview Tips
The Group Discussion interview

This is now the time to showcase yourself.   So what is that interview panels look for in a candidate in Group Discussions?   The following are the key traits that are being assessed in the Group Discussion:
Competence / General Knowledge / Subject Awareness
Confidence
Thinking and Communication Ability
Leadership, Teamwork and Maturity


Topics for Group Discussion Interview

The topics are difficult because you are expected to be very aware of what is happening around you.    The issues will be chosen from a list of topics that are very relevant.  Remember, you are not expected to be an expert – but are expected to have a level of awareness that is above average.

Increasing your General Knowledge will come from watching news, reading magazines and being up-to-date on current happenings.   Spend time discussing these topics with friends and family.  If possible, create your own study group for discussing topics.
Preparation for Group Discussion Interviews will take some time, so it is suggested that you begin well in advance as this cannot be soaked in weeks.

Organize your thinking for a Group Discussion Interview

Pick any topic of current interest and use a framework so that it helps organize your thinking:

Organize the facts about the topic in your head
Think about 3 things that are positive about the topic
Think about 3 things that are negative about the topic
Think about what is your opinion about the topic, try to have a balanced view
Have  a summary of your point of view ready


Practice makes perfect a Group Discussion Interview

Practice your discussion out loud, if possible record it and play it back to yourself.  Video recording is best so that you can also analyze your body postures and other gestures.  Then Analyze, Analyze, Analyze.  Understand what you did well and what you did poorly.

If possible, practice with a discussion group and record it and play it back to yourself.  If you are practicing with a discussion group – always take feedback from the group to see how and where you can improve.


What if you nothing about the Topic for a Group Discussion Interview

First and foremost do not panic.  You have prepared well and this will help you.

First, listen very attentively to discussion for the first few minutes.  Take a moment to assess the information and then form your own opinion on the topic.  Your opinion does not need to be correct but it needs to be an opinion that is well formulated, logical and shows the panel how you think.  Try to add value to discussion and not just sum up or reinforce what others have said.


Rules for Group Discussion

There are no fixed rules for Group Discussion Interviews.  The following are some tips and guidelines to observe.   Participation is a must.  Now that must be obvious.   Guidelines say that you should try to make 3 -4 relevant points.  So aim for four relevant points.

You need to stand-out in the Group Interview.  Do not shout.  Try to come out as balanced and mature.  You need to grab the chance to speak whenever you get it.   Some points to remember:

Be assertive and make your points, while listening to others.  
Come across as a team player and engaging everyone in the discussion. 
Try to add value to the discussion, and not speak for the sake of speaking.
Look for breaks and lulls in the discussion to put your ideas across.


The Importance of Introductions in the Group Discussion

Listen very carefully to names and their introductions.  You could have to remember the names of more than five to six people.

Listen very carefully to the agenda and the topic of the discussion.  Also listen to the time allotted in the group discussion.

Try to position yourself so that you are able to make eye contact with all the members of the Group Discussion.


Displaying Teamwork and Leadership in a  Group Discussion Interview

You should be aware of in your group discussion if you are displaying Teamwork and Leadership.

Teamwork
Listening to others
Relating your ideas to what others are saying, or are your points totally unrelated
Not being too aggressive in presenting your ideas
How you handle conflict in the discussion
Do you work towards a final solution for the group

Leadership
Are you able to convince other group members about your train of thought
Are you able to influence others
Does the discussion focus around topics that you have raised.


Don’ts  in a Group Discussion Interview

Never get drawn into an argument with any of the Group discussion members even if you disagree with them.

Don’t be overly cynical or opinionated but be prepared to state your arguments logically.

Look out for body language of the Group Discussion Members.  Also watch out for signals that you may be sending by your body language (rolling your eyes , not being attentive when others are speaking) .  Especially watch out if someone is turning away from you as this is a negative sign.

Do not ramble on and on, wrap up your point quickly.

Do not speak over someone else.  Let them finish their point.

Do not try to stutter and stammer.

INTERVIEW TIPS FOR FRESHER’S


Fresher’s…fresher’s…fresher’s……..! Do you think this as a problem? from now, this is not going to be a  problem anymore.
Everybody feel, fresher’s stage is the difficult stage to sustain in the present markets. because where ever we go to take up an opportunity generally we come across a renowned question-Do you have any experience? But according to me a fresher is a bright and clever, not dull or faded having the reinvigorated approach to work.
Everything is in the hands of an individual, in order to make his initial life colorful. Its all about your  approach to interviews. One has to be positive, convincing and self assured in the interview.
interview tips for freshers
interview tips for freshers
Following are some of the tips to crack interviews,
* Before going to an interview, Interviewee has to think from the interviewer point of view. With this one can have a rough idea regarding the expectations of the interviewer.
* Prepare a good resume, because it reflects the interviewee.
* Wear formal shirt( wear pleasant color shirts), trousers and shoes, if requires wear a tie. Wearing formal dress will give you a professional look. Which going to imbibe confidence in you.
* Be Punctual to the interview, this always makes a good impression.
* Carry all certificates related to academics and also extracurricular activities.
* Do Extensive research on the company. Well-informed is well begun. So show the initiative of knowing about the company and ask relevant questions to create a good impression of you being seriously interested in working for the company.
* You Should be confident on subject knowledge.
* Follow some of the essential etiquettes like, Knock before entering the interviewer’s cabin and ask for permission to enter. Generally one must wait to be asked to sit instead of going straight ahead and sitting. If you are carrying a bag, it should be kept on the floor beside your chair. Sit comfortably but with your back straight and hands on your lap.
* Create impression that you are dynamic in work, and open for learning. It is a very good sign for convincing the interviewer
* Ask relevant and focused questions to learn more about the company and the entry level job. This will prove your interest to the employer. And career opportunities with the company.
* Listen carefully and then answer, Don’t rush up with your answers even before the question is uttered fully. Listen carefully and Give answers with tension free mind you may even request clarification on the question if you really want.
* Try to be cool and calm,
* Do not discuss about the pay, unless the interviewer asks.
* During the interview the interviewee should put the smiling face as employers always like people with vibrant personalities. Give shake hand in a firm way. Also maintain eye to eye contact with the interviewers while talking. thank the interviewer when the process comes to an end.
Above are some of the tips to be followed for an effective interview. Apart from this you must prepare yourself beforehand for describing yourself in an interview. You can overcome your hesitation by practicing yourself to the employer while standing in front of a mirror.