Tuesday, February 07, 2006
Questions you should be prepared for
Tell us about yourself.What do you know about our company?Why do you want to join our company?What are your strengths and weaknesses?Where do you see yourself in the next five years?How have you improved the nature of your job in the past years of your working? Why should we hire you?What contributions to profits have you made in your present or former company? Why are you looking for a change?
Answers to some difficult questions :
Tell me about yourself ?Start from your education and give a brief coverage of previous experiences. Emphasise more on your recent experience explaining your job profile.
What do you think of your boss?Put across a positive image, but don't exaggerate.
Why should we hire you? Or why are you interested in this job?Sum up your work experiences with your abilities and emphasise your strongest qualities and achievements. Let your interviewer know that you will prove to be an asset to the company.
How much money do you want?Indicate your present salary and emphasise that the opportunity is the most important consideration.
Do you prefer to work in a group?Be honest and give examples how you've worked by yourself and also with others. Prove your flexibility.
4. Questions to As
At the end of the interview, most interviewers generally ask if you have any questions. Therefore, you should be prepared beforehand with 2-3 technical and 2-3 non-technical questions and commit them to your memory before the interview.
Do not ask queries related to your salary, vacation, bonuses, or other benefits. This information should be discussed at the time of getting your joining letter. Here we are giving few sample questions that you can ask at the time of your interview.
Sample Questions
Could you tell me the growth plans and goals for the company?What skills are important to be successful in this position?Why did you join this company? (optional)What's the criteria your company uses for performance appraisal?With whom will I be interacting most frequently and what are their responsibilities and the nature of our interaction?What is the time frame for making a decision at this position?What made the previous persons in this position successful/unsuccessful?
5. Do your homework
Before going for an interview, find out as much information on the company (go to JobsAhead Company Q and A) as possible. The best sources are the public library, the Internet (you can check out the company's site), and can even call the company and get the required information. The information gives you a one-up in the interview besides proving your content company or position.
Clearing the interview isn't necessarily a solitary attempt. Seek assistance from individuals who are in the profession and whose counsel you value most. Be confident in your approach and attitude; let the panel feel it through your demeanour, body language and dressing.
Getting prepared for your interview is the best way to dig deep and know yourself. You will be surprised that it would breed a new familiarity become more familiar with your own qualifications that will be make you present yourself better. All the best and get ready to give a treat.
Tell us about yourself.What do you know about our company?Why do you want to join our company?What are your strengths and weaknesses?Where do you see yourself in the next five years?How have you improved the nature of your job in the past years of your working? Why should we hire you?What contributions to profits have you made in your present or former company? Why are you looking for a change?
Answers to some difficult questions :
Tell me about yourself ?Start from your education and give a brief coverage of previous experiences. Emphasise more on your recent experience explaining your job profile.
What do you think of your boss?Put across a positive image, but don't exaggerate.
Why should we hire you? Or why are you interested in this job?Sum up your work experiences with your abilities and emphasise your strongest qualities and achievements. Let your interviewer know that you will prove to be an asset to the company.
How much money do you want?Indicate your present salary and emphasise that the opportunity is the most important consideration.
Do you prefer to work in a group?Be honest and give examples how you've worked by yourself and also with others. Prove your flexibility.
4. Questions to As
At the end of the interview, most interviewers generally ask if you have any questions. Therefore, you should be prepared beforehand with 2-3 technical and 2-3 non-technical questions and commit them to your memory before the interview.
Do not ask queries related to your salary, vacation, bonuses, or other benefits. This information should be discussed at the time of getting your joining letter. Here we are giving few sample questions that you can ask at the time of your interview.
Sample Questions
Could you tell me the growth plans and goals for the company?What skills are important to be successful in this position?Why did you join this company? (optional)What's the criteria your company uses for performance appraisal?With whom will I be interacting most frequently and what are their responsibilities and the nature of our interaction?What is the time frame for making a decision at this position?What made the previous persons in this position successful/unsuccessful?
5. Do your homework
Before going for an interview, find out as much information on the company (go to JobsAhead Company Q and A) as possible. The best sources are the public library, the Internet (you can check out the company's site), and can even call the company and get the required information. The information gives you a one-up in the interview besides proving your content company or position.
Clearing the interview isn't necessarily a solitary attempt. Seek assistance from individuals who are in the profession and whose counsel you value most. Be confident in your approach and attitude; let the panel feel it through your demeanour, body language and dressing.
Getting prepared for your interview is the best way to dig deep and know yourself. You will be surprised that it would breed a new familiarity become more familiar with your own qualifications that will be make you present yourself better. All the best and get ready to give a treat.
# posted by the inventor : 12:15 AM
