Mastering Interview Skills

What are the main types of interviews?

• The main types of interviews are structured, unstructured, semi-structured, behavioral, panel, and group interviews.

• One-on-one and two-on-one interviews

• Technical and non-technical interviews

• Formal and informal interviews

Describe a structured interview.

• A structured interview allows for spontaneous questions based on candidate responses.

• A structured interview is conducted only over the phone without any face-to-face interaction.

• A structured interview is a standardized interview format where all candidates are asked the same questions in the same order.

• In a structured interview, candidates are interviewed in a casual setting without a set format.

What is the purpose of a behavioral interview?

• To assess a candidate's technical skills.

• To evaluate a candidate's past behavior as an indicator of future performance.

• To test a candidate's knowledge of the company.

• To determine a candidate's salary expectations.

List three common interview preparation techniques.

• Focus solely on body language

• Arrive without a resume

• 1. Research the company 2. Practice common interview questions 3. Prepare questions for the interviewer

• Wear formal attire only

How can researching the company help in an interview?

• Researching the company helps candidates align their skills and values with the company's culture, demonstrate knowledge during the interview, and ask informed questions.

• It allows candidates to memorize answers for the interview.

• It ensures candidates will get hired regardless of their qualifications.

• It helps candidates to avoid asking any questions during the interview.

What should you include in a personal pitch?

• Name, introduction, background, skills, current goals, and closing statement.

• Travel experiences

• Hobbies and interests

• Favorite books

Name two common interview questions about strengths.

• 1. What is your greatest strength? 2. How do you leverage your strengths in the workplace?

• What is your biggest weakness?

• How do you handle stress in the workplace?

• What motivates you to work hard?

What is a good way to answer the question about weaknesses?

• Claim you have no weaknesses at all.

• Mention a weakness that is actually a strength.

• Blame others for your weaknesses.

• Identify a genuine weakness and discuss how you are working to improve it.

How important is body language in an interview?

• Body language is irrelevant in an interview.

• Body language is very important in an interview.

• Body language has a minor impact on interview success.

• Only verbal communication matters in an interview.

What are some positive body language cues?

• Some positive body language cues are maintaining eye contact, smiling, open hand gestures, good posture, and nodding.

• Frowning

• Crossed arms

• Avoiding eye contact