There is more than one standard for a job interview. Potential employers use several types of interviews to determine who is the right person for the job. Be aware of the various types of interviews in case you unexpectedly find yourself going through one.
Getting a positive response in each of the seven interview phases
producer/director, Jeff Heck.
Indianapolis, Ind. : JIST Works, 2005.
Explore the seven phases of an interview: Before the interview, Opening moves, The interview itself, Closing the interview, Following up, Negotiating salary, and Final decision.Getting the Job You Really Want Video Series is a 10-part video series featuring instructional format on all aspects of self-directed job search. Michael Farr, America?s Job Search Expert and best-selling career author, is the central expert interviewed. Also included are interviews with career counselors, employers, job seekers, and employment and training experts. Getting the Job You Really Want Video Series works especially well as a supplement to Getting the Job You Really Want workbook. But this series?and any of its component videos?can reinforce training on virtually any job search topic.
201 knockout answers to tough interview questions : the ultimate guide to handling the new comptency-based interview style
Linda Matias.
New York : American Management Association, c2010.
Increasingly, employers today are using a tough new kind of interview to evaluate candidates and determine how well they think on their feet. To be successful in these new competency-based interviews, job seekers must be prepared with situation-specific examples that highlight the accomplishments, knowledge, and abilities they have that employers need. Featuring a plethora of sample questions—and winning answers—this book is organized by the five core competencies most interviewers are looking for: • Individual responsibility (decisiveness, independence, flexibility, career goals) • Managerial skills (leadership, delegation, strategic planning) • Motivational factors (ambition, initiative) • Analytical skills (problem solving, attention to detail) • People skills (teamwork, communication, customer service) This indispensable guide features fill-in-the-blank exercises readers can use to prepare themselves to demonstrate sought-after competencies and wow potential employers. It’s a powerful book no job seeker should be without.
Successful interview skills : how to prepare, answer tough questions, and get your ideal job
Rebecca Corfield.
London ; Philadelphia : Kogan Page, 2009.
Everyone at some point in their life will have to attendan interview. Whether they are applying for a job, apromotion, a training programme or even a college course,the fact remains that a questioning process will occurand the need to create a good impression is essential.Now in its fifth edition, this extremely useful guideshows you how to portray professionalism and confidenceand take control of the interview process. Breaking theprocess down into accessible steps, Rebecca Corfieldidentifies the ways in which you can prepare for aninterview, providing example questions and advice on howto answer them. There are also tips on what employers arelooking for, how to make a presentation during aninterview and vital information on how you should presentyourself so that you make a good and lasting impression.
Telephone interviews are becoming more popular as people from distant cities, even countries, are applying for employment. The telephone is one way for the employer to meet the candidate and screen individuals before meeting in person. Your voice takes on a great importance during this type of interview. Keep it positive, energetic and project your voice in a clear manner.
Lunch interviews are another type of interview that does not take place in an office. The interviewer may prefer to meet without distractions from the office, or the company could be testing your social graces if the job requires to meeting with clients. Order a dish from the menu that will not be difficult to manage, and do not follow suit if your host has a cocktail. You will be in a more relaxed atmosphere but remember that you are still on an interview for possible employment.
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A letter of thanks
Always send a thank you letter to the interviewer, no matter what type of interview. Be sure to restate your interest and emphasize your qualifications. |
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Interview Thank-you |
Computer screening is a new method when companies can get information before you meet with the hiring person. You sit at a computer terminal answering a series of questions, the same exact questions to all applicants. This method can evaluate your computer skills and score job-related questions. The interviewer will go over your responses and discuss any inconsistencies and response rates with you. Answering the questions in a honest and positive manner should get you through the face-to-face interview.
Group interviews may find you being interviewed with several other applicants. The employer will observe your interpersonal and leadership skills. They are looking at how you interact with others, do you have the ability to summarize important points and keep the group focused on the task. Show the employer you can be a leader in the workplace.
When you find yourself in any type of interview, it should be taken just as seriously as the one-to-one traditional interview.
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