Interview Techniques
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The document outlines essential interview techniques, including effective resume writing, aptitude tests, and group discussions. It discusses the importance of presenting personal and educational details concisely, and preparing for interviews by understanding oneself and the prospective employer. Key aspects to cover include resume structure, common interview questions, and etiquette during discussions to leave a positive impression.
Interview Techniques
- 1. Mr. A. B. Shinde Assistant Professor, Electronics Engineering, PVPIT, Budhgaon, Sangli
- 2. Objectives (Agenda) 2 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde 1 • RESUME writing 2 • Aptitude test 3 • Group Discussion 4 • Facing Interview
- 3. Resume Writing 3 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 4. Resume • Bio-Data: It’s a summery of Biological Information like DOB, gender, height, weight, religion, relatives etc… (One page) • Resume: It’s a summery of short personal information, educational details, skills, and employment when applying for new job. (Max. two pages) • CV (Curriculum Vitae): It is more detailed than RESUME. It should have details like personal information, educational qualification, skills, professional experience etc… (could be more than couple of pages) 4 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 5. Resume • Its important that you get your point across ▫ Achievement ▫ Qualities ▫ Attitude ▫ Education • All the things that you want to showcase 5 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde Your resume get processed only in 30 seconds
- 6. Resume… Essential parts • Resume must contain… • Contact details • Career Objective • Personal information • Educational qualifications • Computer Knowledge • Certification courses (if any) • Co-Curricular activities • Extra-curricular activities • Hobbies • References 6 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 7. Resume… Heading 7 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde Mr. Ambadas Balu Shinde Subhadra Bungalow, Onkar Colony, New York, Mobile: +91 9876543210 Mr. Ambadas Balu Shinde Subhadra Bungalow, Onkar Colony, New York, Mobile: +91 9876543210 Mr. Ambadas Balu Shinde Subhadra Bungalow, Onkar Colony, New York, Mobile: +91 9876543210
- 8. Resume… Objectives • A resume objective is a statement of your goals for employment, typically listed at the top of your resume. • A resume objective is typically one or two sentences long. • A resume objective might also include where you have been, and where you want to go in your career. 8 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 9. Resume… Sample Objectives • Manager Level: To obtain a position that will enable me to use my strong organizational skills and ability to work well with people. • Core Field: Seeking a position at XYZ Company where I can implement my award- winning educational skills and contribute in the research and development to feel the satisfaction of success. • Sales Person: Looking for a position where I can integrate strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, brand and product evolution. 9 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 10. Resume… Personal information • Name : Mr. Ambadas Balu Shinde • Date of Birth : DD/MM/YYYY • Languages Known : abc, pqr, xyz, uvw • Address : xyz, abc, Maharashtra - 416111 • Contact Number : +91 9876543210 • E-mail ID : [email protected] 10 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 11. Resume… Qualification Degree/ Examination University / Board Year of Passing Class M.E. (E & Tc) Shivaji University, Kolhapur July 2011 Ist Class B.E. (Electronics) Shivaji University, Kolhapur July 2005 Ist Class with Distinction Diploma (Industrial Electronics) Government Polytechnic, Kolhapur May 2001 Ist Class with Distinction H. S. C. Kolhapur March 1998 Ist Class S. S. C. Kolhapur March 1996 Ist Class 11 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde Never mention the percentage in educational qualification table
- 12. Resume… Computer Knowledge • Add the computer knowledge details like… • MSCIT • C / C++ programming etc… • If you have completed any certification courses of computer HW / SW… add them here 12 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 13. Resume… Co-Curricular activities • Achievements in technical competitions like • Project Work • Awards won in project competition • Paper presentation competitions • Worked as coordinator for technical event • Special achievements during study like… ▫ Stood first in class with 85.02 % in SY ▫ Secured first rank in university etc… 13 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 14. Resume… Extra-curricular activities • Achievements in non-technical events • Contribution in the social activities • Drawing, Painting, Photography • Active member of cultural committee for the event “______” • Achievements in sports like ▫ National level ▫ State level ▫ Zonal, Inter-Zonal level etc… 14 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 15. Resume… Hobbies • Mention only 2 – 3 hobbies… • If your hobby is READING HISTORICAL NOVELS, then you should be able to tell their names, authors and moral of novel • If your hobby is VISITING NEW PLACES… then 2 – 3 places with what is best about that places etc… 15 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 16. Aptitude Test 16 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 17. Aptitude Test • Aptitude Test is designed to determine a person's ability in a particular skill or field of knowledge. 17 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde • Aptitude Test is conducted for Short-listing form huge number
- 18. Aptitude Test • Aptitude Test may have following sections… • Logical Reasoning: Ability to come to a logical conclusion • Non verbal Reasoning: Ability to discover patterns in abstract data and to extrapolate these logical patterns in order to make the right choice. • Verbal Reasoning: Ability to analyse and understand written information • Numerical Reasoning: Ability to work with numbers. • Spatial Reasoning: Ability to manipulate two dimensional objects into three dimensional objects is assessed (Rarely) 18 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 19. Group Discussion 19 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 20. Our Problem with GD 20 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde What we know What we speak
- 21. GD… Basics • A GD is a methodology used by an organization to test whether the candidate has certain personality qualities and/or skills that it desires in their members. • In this methodology, the group of candidates is given a topic or a situation, given a few minutes to think about the same, and then asked to discuss it among themselves for 08 -10 minutes. 21 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 22. GD… Why • The Group discussion tests how you function/interact as a part of a team. • The GD is to check … • How you behave, participate and contribute in a group. • How much importance do you give to the group objective as well as your own, • How well do you listen to viewpoints of others and • How open-minded are you in accepting views contrary to your own. 22 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 23. GD… Points to Remember • A GD is a formal occasion where argument is to avoid. • A GD is not a debating stage. • Language should be simple, direct and straight forward • Don't interrupt a speaker when the session is on • Maintain rapport with fellow participants • Communicate with each and every candidate present • Don’t try to convince the judge with your arguments… keep discussing in a group 23 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 24. Afraid of GDs: Try the following • Observe ▫ Attend seminars and tutorials: Notice what others do. 24 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde • Ask yourself: • How other students make comments? • How they ask questions? • How they disagree with or support arguments? • What special phrases they use to show politeness on disagreement? • How they signal to interrupt, ask a question or make a point?
- 25. GD… Etiquette • Do: • Speak pleasantly and politely to the group. • Respect the contribution of every speaker. • Remember that a discussion is not an argument. • Learn to disagree politely. • Think about your contribution before you speak. • Try to stick to the discussion topic. • Don't introduce irrelevant information. • Be aware of your body language when you are speaking. • Agree with and acknowledge what you find interesting. 25 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 26. GD… Etiquette • Don't : • Lose your temper (A discussion is not an argument.) • Shout. (Use a moderate tone and medium pitch.) • Use too many gestures when you speak. (Gestures like finger pointing and table thumping can appear aggressive) • Dominate the discussion. (Confident speakers should allow quieter students a chance to contribute.) • Interrupt. (Wait for a speaker to finish what they are saying before you speak) 26 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 27. GD… Tips • Initiating a GD is a high profit-high loss strategy. • When you initiate a GD, you grab the attention of the examiner. • But, if you initiate a GD and quote wrong facts, the damage might be irreparable. • If you initiate a GD perfectly but don't speak much after that, it gives the impression that you started the GD for the sake of starting. • When you start a GD, you are responsible for putting it into the right perspective or framework. So initiate only if you have in-depth knowledge about the topic. 27 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 28. GD… Common Mistakes • Deviate from the subject. • Lose objectivity and make personal attacks. • Evaluation is based on quality, and not on quantity. Your contribution must be relevant. • False starts leads to wrong discussion. • Improper body language. • Wrong tone of voice. 28 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 29. Interview 29 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 30. Interview… • A meeting of minimum two experts & candidate • Arranged to examine the suitability of the candidate • Tested for subject knowledge, skills and desired behavior • Interviewer Look for: ▫ Your Self Confidence, Interpersonal Skills & Honesty • Remember, Interview is just for 8 – 10 minutes… -- Give your best Performance 30 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 31. Before the Interview… • Know the Employer: • Prepare to demonstrate your knowledge of the profession and the company • Prepare to give reasons for your interest in working in that profession/company • Develop questions in advance to ask about the job/organization • Refer to company website for more details… 31 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 32. Before the Interview… • Know Yourself: • Skills that will make you most suitable candidate for this JOB/POSITION • Educational background and how it relates to the position and the employer • Work experience • Abilities • Body Language 32 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 33. Interview… Preparation • Situational Knowledge ▫ Where/When the interview takes place ▫ Arrive minimum 20 minutes early 33 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde • Physical Preparation ▫ Get plenty of rest and look pleasant ▫ Dress for success (normally wear formals) • Mental Preparation ▫ Knowledge of company • Written Preparation ▫ Take extra resumes, photographs & references, etc. ▫ Ask questions
- 34. Interview… Preparation • General Dress Guidelines: • Clean and well-pressed clothes • Clean-shaven or neatly trimmed hair • Conceal tattoos • Clean nails • Don’t smoke prior or chew gum during interview • Turn off your cell phone • Black Shoes with Socks 34 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 35. Interview… Preparation (Boys) 35 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 36. Interview… Preparation (Girls) 36 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 37. Types of Interviews • Basic/traditional interview • Telephone interview • Group interview • Interview during a meal or social occasion 37 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 38. Interview Process… 5 Stages 1. Icebreaker ▫ Greetings (Wish Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening) ▫ First Impressions ▫ Small talk 2. Personal Qualifications and Interest in Position ▫ Abilities, Skills, and Work Experience ▫ Accomplishments and Activities ▫ Goals 3. Organization and Position - Employer may test your knowledge of the company. “Why do you want to work for this company/department?” 38 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 39. Interview Process… 5 Stages 3. Organization and Position - Other general questions regarding the company or the job. “What is your geographic preference?” “Are you willing to relocate?” 4. Candidate Questions ▫ Your chance to ask questions about job “What type of on the job training do you provide?” “What makes your company different from its competitors?” 5. Close and Follow-Up ▫ Thank the interview for their time (Thank Sir once and separate for Madam after Interview) 39 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 40. Participate in Interview • Be honest and give complete answers • Be positive about yourself and past experiences • Avoid one or two word responses • Give concrete examples • Listen properly to the questions to avoid misunderstanding • Limit responses to 30 seconds • Emphasize what you have to offer the company 40 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 41. Participate in Interview • Use positive nonverbal communication ▫ Sit up and lean forward ▫ Make eye contact and smile ▫ Avoid crossed arms and legs ▫ Use head nods and attentive facial expressions • Ask questions and show interest in the company • Avoid questions about salary, benefits, and vacation • Express thanks 41 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 42. Common Interview Questions… • Tell me about yourself • What sort of job you are looking for? • Why do you think you’d be good at this job? • What are your strengths? • What are your weaknesses? • Why did you leave your previous job? • What do you know about this company? • Would you accept this job if it were offered to you? • If you take this job, how long would you stay? • How much salary do you expect? 42 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 43. Finishing the Interview… Don’t offer handshake, unless the interviewer offers to you… 43 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde Proper Handshake Improper Handshake One & half Stroke during Handshake with Gents Only One Stroke during Handshake with Ladies
- 44. Interviewing is a Skill… 44 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde
- 45. 45 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde Queries are Most Welcome…
- 46. [email protected] 46 Interview Techniques Mr. A. B. Shinde