1. Winning Interview
By
Gnanesh.D
Prithvi Raj.K

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

4. General Appearance Tips
 Hair should be well-groomed and clean
 Clean Shaved
 Warm Smile
 Firm Handshake
 Correct Body Posture
 Shoes should be polished and coordinate with suit
 Avoid excessive perfume and jewelry

5. 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.

6. You should know these things
about the organization:
• Type of organization
• Goals and mission
• Products or services offered
• Current projects/research
• Sales and earnings
• New trends in the field

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

8. During the interview
• First impression.
• Smile.
• Body language.
• Listen before answering.
• Give brief answers.
• Be truthful.
• Know your resume.
• Keep things in a professional level.

9. Post Interview
 When the interview comes to an end, be sure to leave in
a professional manner
Stand
 Thank them for their time.
 Shake hands, look them in the eyes and smile.
 Ask for a business card (from them or the secretary).
 Ask them when they will make their decision.
 Tell them you will call at that time to hear their plans.

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

11. 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?

12. 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.

13. 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.