mm.bagali@jainuniversity.ac.in / sanbag@rediffmail.com

The Art & Science of Making it at Interview

M M Bagali, PhD

Jain University,
Brand Ambassador,
Asian HR Board, India


How many have experienced and how
was it

Experience like this……

• Anxiety
• Nervous
• Taken back
• Angry
• Surprised
• Totally Blank
• Cool
• Good
• ok ok
• Mixed reaction

5 Things….

• Be Aware of Yourself
• On The Day of the Interview
• During the Interview
• After the Interview
• Emotional and Behavioral preparation


How To Make A Favourable Lasting
Impression


3 ‘P’

Preparation
Preparation
Preparation

6


Research…… Research…… Research……..


The right kind of greeting / entry / introduction


Offer a firm handshake / namasthe


Talk with a firm voice
Talk politely


Don't slouch in the chair


Body language - it says a lot about you


Dress for the occasion


Expect the unexpected


On the hot seat


Work on your language skills

Pre preparation

Products and Services
Market Share
Financial Status
Future Plans
History
Culture

People
Policy
Strategy
Updates in paper/ journal/ business magazine

Before the Interview

• size of organization
• location of facilities and offices
• Structure of organization - by product line, function,
• past, current & potential growth
• types of clients
• service


• potential markets, products, services
• price of products or services
• present value and structure of assets
• Recent items in the news
• Who the competition is
• training provisions
• Vision of the CEO
• Others you know in the organization


Expected Format……..

QUESTIONS ABOUT YOURSELF
• Tell me about yourself.
• What do you consider to be one of your weaknesses (strengths)?
• What is unique about you?
• What qualifications do you have that indicate you will be successful in your field?
How would they relate to our position? What do you have to offer?
• What are your own special abilities?
• What new skills or capabilities have you developed over the past year?
• What have you done which shows initiative and willingness to work?
• What are your greatest work and non-work accomplishments during the past two
years?
• Describe three things that are most important to you in a job?
• What motivates you?
• What have you been doing since your graduation from college? Since you left your
last job?
• How would a co-worker, or friend, or boss describe you?
• What are your interests outside of work, college?
• What qualities do you admire most in others?
• How would you describe your own work style?

QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR CAREER GOALS

• Where do you see yourself five/ten years from now?
• What type of position are you interested in?
• What are your salary requirements--short term/long term?
• What is success? What personal characteristics will contribute to your success?
• How will employment with us contribute to your career plans?
• What do you expect from a job?
• What are your career objectives - short and long term?
• This job is a total change from previous employment. How does it fit your career
goals?
• What are your location preferences?

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL EDUCATION

• How does your education relate to this position (or how does your education
prepare you for this position)?
• What activities did you engage in at college?
• What classes did you like most in college? Least? Why?
• Why did you decide to go to _______________ college?
• Why did you choose your particular specialisation?
• Describe your academic strengths and weaknesses?
• What are your plans for continuing your education?
• What career related skills do you possess as a result of your academic
preparation?
• What have you read recently in your field?

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE QUESTIONS

• What have you learned from your past jobs?
• How often, and in what way, did you communicate with your subordinates and
superiors?
• What were the biggest pressures on your last job?
• What challenges did you face in your last job and how did you overcome them?
• What were some of your biggest achievements in your last job?
• How did your job description for your last job change while you held it?
• What specific skills acquired or used in previous jobs relate to this position?
• How does your previous experience relate to this position?
• Why did you leave your last job?
• What did you like most/least about your last job?
• Whom may we contact for references?

QUESTIONS SPECIFIC TO THE COMPANY/JOB

• Why should we hire you?
• Why do you want to work here?
• What do you know about this organization?
• What salary do you expect?
• Why do you think you would like this type of position? Company?
• What kind of boss do you like to work for?
• How long do you intend to stay here?
• What do you think determines a person's progress in an organization?
• What interests you about our product or service? How would you improve it?
• What do you think would be your greatest contribution to our operation?
• How do you solve problems?
• When can you start to work?
• Can you travel overnight?

10 Very Quick TIPS

• Research
• 10- 15 Minutes before arrive
• Dress the part
• 2-3 additional bio data (color)
• Expect the unexpected questions
• Firm handshake (body language)
• Sit/Stand/ Eye Contact
• English/ Language/Voice/Tone
• Mail the thanking letter

welcome for the presentation

“Global Skills Which Magnify My Personality”

“Global Skills Which Magnify My Personality”

Dr. M M Bagali, PhD

Brand Ambassador, Asian HR Board, India

Preparing
for the Future:

Employer
Perspectives on
Work Readiness Global Skills


What skills employers see in
students which are vital for success


Corporate want with these stuff….

• Smart • Class
• Energetic • Quality
• Innovator • Excellent
• Talent • Effective
• Performance • Results
• Best / Good • Master………

3A

• Ability to work at global level
• Assertiveness in decision making
• Adaptability with global business


3B

• Best in my work
• Bright in my ideas
• Beautiful in my behavior


3C

• Creative at my workplace
• Communication with all
• Curiosity in thinking


3D

• ?
• ??
• ???


3D

• Decision making at workplace
• Daring in business
• Defining standards


3E

• ?
• ??
• ???


3E

• Eagerness in learning
• Effectiveness at work
• Efficient in approach


F G H I J K L M
N O P Q R S T U
V W X Y Z

Needed Skills for Personality
Development

Sense-making

The ability to determine the deeper meaning or
significance of what is being expressed in
business


Social intelligence

Ability to connect to and stimulate reactions and
desired interactions

Novel and adaptive thinking

Proficiency at thinking and coming up with
solutions and responses beyond rule-
based

Cross-cultural competency

The ability to operate in different cultural
settings


Design mind-set

Ability to represent and develop tasks and
manage company

Virtual collaboration

Ability to work productively, drive
engagement and demonstrate presence
as a member of a team

Managerial Skills for Personality
Development

Displays
Honesty and
Integrity

Solves
Exhibits Problems
Technical/Prof and
essional
Expertise Analyzes
Issues

Practices Self-
Development
48

Takes
Initiative

Collaborates Communicat
and Fosters es Powerfully
Teamwork and Broadly

Builds
Relationships
49

Displays
Honesty Displays Honesty and
and
Integrity
Integrity
• Shows concern and consideration for
others
• Is trustworthy
• Demonstrates optimism
• Is assertive
• Inspires and motivates others
• Deals well with ambiguity
• Is decisive Focuses on results

Solves
Problems
and
Solves Problems and Analyzes
Analyzes
Issues Issues
• Takes initiative
• Is organized and good at planning
• Innovates
• Wants to tackle challenges
• Develops strategic perspective
• Acts independently
• Has technical expertise
• Communicates powerfully and broadly

Practices
Self
Developme
nt
Practices Self-Development
• Is open to others' ideas
• Respects others
• Displays honesty and integrity
• Is willing to take risks and challenge the
status quo

stablishes
Goals Establishes Goals
• Gains the suppose of others
• Champions change
• Is decisive
• Has technical and business expertise
• Focuses on results

Exhibits
Exhibits
echnical/P
ofessional
Expertise
Technical/Professional
Expertise
• Solves problems and analyzes issues
• Builds relationships and networks
• Pursues excellence
• Acts in the team's best interest

nnovates
Innovates
• Is willing to take risks and challenge the
status quo
• Supports others in risk taking
• Learns quickly from success and failure

ocuses on
Focuses on Results
Results

• Sees desired results clearly
• Establishes stretch goals
• Is personally accountable
• Is quick to act
• Creates a high-performance team

Takes
nitiatives Takes Initiative
• Emphasizes speed
• Champions others
• Deals well with ambiguity

ommunicat
es
Communicates Powerfully
Powerfully
nd Broadly and Broadly
• Deals effectively with the outside world
• Is trustworthy
• Translates messages for clarity

Builds
elationship
s
Builds Relationships
• Collaborates and fosters teamwork
• Provides rewards and recognition
• Practices inclusion and values diversity
• Demonstrates optimism
• Practices self-development

ollaborates
Collaborates and Fosters Teamwork
nd Fosters
Teamwork

• Is trustworthy

Champions
change Champions change

• Builds relationships and networks
• Develops others
• Focuses on results

Inspires and Motivates others
nspires and
Motivates
others

• Connects emotionally with others
• Exhibits clear vision and direction
• Collaborates and fosters teamwork
• Nurtures innovation
• Is a strong role model

Develops others
Develops
others
• Practices self-development
• Shows concern and consideration for
others
• Provides effective feedback and
development

Develops
Strategic
Develops Strategic
Perspective
Perspective
• Focuses on customers
• Demonstrates business acumen

Connects
the Group
to the
Connects the Group
outside
world to the outside world
• Develops broad perspective
• Has strong interpersonal skills
• Gathers and assimilates information

Any questions or comments about the presentation can be sent to
sanbag@rediffmail.com / sanbagsanbag@rediffmail.com

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