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Shortlisted for a job and scheduled for an interview? It’s reason enough to be excited and even overjoyed, especially if all you’ve gotten from other companies where you’ve applied is a letter of regrets. Unless you’ve received and signed a job offer, though, nothing’s official yet. Before anything else, you need to concentrate on the job interview process.

Smart & discerning interviewers are alert for red flags during the job interview process. Examples may be frequent job hopping or large gaps in employment. Being overqualified, or conversely, under qualified, may also work against the applicant. Recruiters who want to make a quality decision when hiring sales personnel will ask pointblank why an applicant with no selling experience whatsoever would want to go into selling. Lack of focus on previous jobs held, which the potential interviewer may glean during the job interview process or through a background check, is another red flag.

Aside from giving special attention to red flags, today’s recruiters will also probe or try to dig deep into the interests and abilities of applicants to relate with higher-ups & co-workers. Most interviewers will seek to know just how interested an applicant is in the job. When the interviewer asks the applicant, for instance, how his/her job search is coming along until the present, the reply may show if the applicant hasn’t been looking for a job (until the opportunity offered by the firm presented itself).

There are also so many trick questions. When the job interviewer inquires about the applicant’s least favorite position and what the role of that applicant’s boss in the situation, the person asking may simply be looking at how the applicant could objectively view certain circumstances. A good answer may be to cite a certain boss (but avoid badmouthing that boss) and how working with that person may have been the most challenging. The applicant could say something like “We had different styles of approaching a situation. My former boss always wanted to put out fires, whereas I was the type who sought solutions to potential problems way in advance. After a while, it became tiring and took the fun out of working everyday.”

Aside from trick questions, the job interview process is also not complete without the classic interview questions. Most applicants anticipate, for example, the classic job interview question: “Where do you see yourself five years from now?” A good answer to this question may be that an applicant wants to concentrate on honing his/her customer service skills and that he/she would be interested to know what the company can provide five years down the line.

The applicant may then follow it up with a line that conveys he/she is open to improving and adding value to the organization in the way the company sees best.

In any case, job applicants are expected to come to the job interview ready to answer & show how they can benefit the organization. There are useful guides on typical (or the type that’ll jolt applicants out of their seats) questions and the best ways to answer them which may come in handy during the job interview process.

Get more tips from the following website: http://www.great-job-interviews.com

David A. Russell is a guru in the HR industry, well known for his “Phrases for Performance Appraisals Resource Guide”, which helps professionals prepare and submit well-written performance appraisals. More information about the resource guide is available at: http://www.PhrasesForPerformanceAppraisals.com

As professional recruiters, we have learned over the years there one question we can ask of almost any job candidate prospect to determine their level of willingness to cooperate with the hiring process, and their ability to adapt their preconceptions of the hiring process to the practical aspects of a professional job search. Everyone answers that one question pretty much the same. The question: “Who can present your credentials best, you – the person who actually lived your experiences, or me?” Well the obvious answer is “you,” the person who lived your experiences. But that is the wrong answer. Which illustrates why so many folks have difficulties with job interviews, often wondering later why things didn’t turn out better. Why would your recruiter be a better person to present your credentials than yourself? Because a recruiter will organize your credentials so they appear as a solution to the employer’s needs. Typically, when job candidates present their own resume and supporting credentials in an interview, they present their background in a way that is the most flattering, not necessarily the most effective or logical for getting the job at hand. This article reviews how a job candidate can organize and present their credentials in a job interview so it is to their best advantage. The best way to prepare for a job interview is by learning which questions will likely arise in a job interview, and having some predetermined answers for those questions – answers that both illustrate your skills and successes and present your experiences as the solution to the job you seek.

Often, face to face interviews are preceded by a telephone screening, whereby a key Human Resources or other representative contacts the job candidate directly by phone to ask some basic questions. While the strategies described herein apply to phone and on-site job interviews, the objectives differ. In the telephone interview, the objective should be to quickly illustrate your interest in the job and skills you bring to bear so as to generate a job interview. With the face to face interview, the objective should be to lead to a job offer. Attempting to get a job offer differs from actually getting the job. A job candidate who asks for the job offer by selling themselves to the company as the best fit and most motivated candidate, will likely leave the job interview with an offer in hand.

MOST IMPORTANT JOB INTERVIEW CONSIDERATIONS:

DON’T BE ON TIME – BE EARLY

It is important you arrive at the interview 20-30 minutes early. Obviously, being late sends a negative message about you to the interviewer. Many interviewers don’t meet with candidates who arrive late. Plan ahead. Investigate traffic patterns relative to the time of your job interview. Don’t expect the interviewer will be sensitive to delays caused by traffic congestion or an unexpected traffic accident. They expect you will allow for those eventualities, just like they do.

DRESS & LOOK PROFESSIONAL

Women: A skirt, dress or dress-suit or pant-suit are the most appropriate for the female candidate. Make sure your clothes are neat, clean and well pressed and make sense. Avoid controversial garb, anything too revealing or too trendy. You want to look professional, not like you are there to get a date or express a fashion statement.

Men: A dress suit, shirt and tie is the most appropriate clothing for the male candidate. Make sure your clothes are neat, clean and well pressed. Avoid flashy colors, jeans, T-shirts or tennis shoes. Wear your hair neat (including facial hair), clean and well groomed.

Oh yeah, and please cover tattoos and body piercings. While your private friends may enjoy the current fad of body art, most likely, a new employer isn’t impressed, in fact, may look upon those expressions as somewhat immature – regardless of how you may feel about them. If such corporate attitudes are uncomfortable for you, find another prospective employer who is more open to such un-requested expressions of personality. Otherwise, be professional, dress professional, behave professionally.

PREPARE

Have a pen, notepad and extra copy of your resume and references with you. Make notes of questions you want to ask that relate to the job and company. Put those items in a place that will be easy for you to get to when you need them in the interview. If you currently use a daily/weekly planner, bring that with you too. You should try to arrive at your interview well rested, with a clear mind and a plan for presenting your credentials and supporting materials like references.

GREET JOB INTERVIEWER ENTHUSIASTICALLY

Smile, be friendly, not nervous, offer a solid handshake and say something friendly, like: “Good morning, pleasure to meet you, and thank you for the opportunity to visit with you today.” Show your enthusiasm about the opportunity to work for their company. Remember, they are interviewing you for a job that requires specific skills and genuine enthusiasm — if you don’t express that at the interview, they many not be convinced you have the stamina required for the job.

DON’T HIGHLIGHT NEGATIVES

For the job interviewer, it is all about filling the job with the right person. Believe me, most job interviewers don’t want to hear about your antique tin can collection, or how you landed that elk last year on your vacation. An interviewer wants your undivided attention on their job needs. Your personal habits distract from that focus. Such personal comments may include topics like: smoking, chewing gum, nervous finger or feet movement, tapping a pencil or a fork, humming, whistling, stretching, cleaning finger nails, clearing your throat, excessive “ums” in conversation, or focusing too much time on unrelated topics. Don’t make negative remarks about your past or present employers or workmates. Negative remarks will not help your cause, and will seem as though you are blaming others for poor results.

RESEARCH THE COMPANY THOROUGHLY

Learn as much as you can about the company and the duties of the job position which interests you, like income range and associated benefits. Family and friends are sometimes sources of information about the company you seek for employment. But don’t rely on hearsay, try to talk to someone in the company about the requirement and expectations of the job you seek. And utilize more than one source of comments about the company you are considering. Any positive things you learn about the company, make sure you mention them to the interviewer as a way to express your long term interest in the job you seek. Be prepared to answer questions about why you want to work for their company, offering sensible reasons that are practical in results.

PREPARE TO ASK QUESTIONS

You don’t want to confuse the interviewer with too many questions. Remember, they are interviewing you, so be prepared to answer all their questions smartly. But challenge the interviewer with some of your own questions – determine those questions before you arrive to the job interview. Keep good eye contact when you ask your questions. Don’t get into lengthy discussions. The idea is to engage the interviewer, to show them you can take charge when required and get the information you need. You should strive to create a list of questions that go to the heart of the job you seek.

KEEP A GOOD ATTITUDE

Be confident and knowledgeable and you will express a good attitude. But don’t seem over confident in your abilities. Remain relaxed, answer questions sincerely. Be interested in the job and the company. Lighten up some and use a little humor! Your job interviewer should be made to feel you really want the job and their company. Show serious interest so that you will be considered a serious candidate. Do not mention offers of interviews with other companies, unless asked.

SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO EXPECT

When answering questions that have a pre-determined answer, remember to offer a straight forward and immediate answer, and keep it simple. Avoid yes/no answers, unless you are offering an example to illustrate your answer. In fact, as much as possible, try and offer your key answers in a format of : Strategy-then-example. In that sense, if you were to discuss aspects of how to build a team of your workmates, you could answer with a short comment about your overall strategy of how to build a team, then follow that up with a quick real-time example of how you recently utilized that strategy and the results you got. Something like – “I build a team by making sure everyone involved understands our mutual goals, the timing, and their influence on those goals. When I did that last Spring, as we were introducing a new product, the goal was to sell more product by training team members to up-sell the new product to existing customers – we increased sales over 20-percent in one month.”

“TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF”

Most people feel their personal lives are important, so when this question is asked they talk about everything from their children to their wives to their religion and even their favorite hobby or television show. Job interviewers want to hear some of that, or they don’t feel they did a proper interview. But, the truth is, the job interviewer is more interested in getting the right skills and experience for the job. So keep your personal comments superficial, and in answering those personal questions, spin your answers in a manner that your answer reflects the skills and knowledge required for the job. After all, you are interviewing for the job, not a hobby partner.

“WHAT ARE YOUR STRENGTHS”

This is your primary time to express how your experience and skills match up to the requirements and needs of the job you seek. Be specific, but don’t spend an hour. Keep your words simple. Write out as many of the answers as possible before the interview, so you can be comfortable when you explain your skills. Again, be brief and use examples.

WHAT ARE YOUR WEAKNESSES?

Mature thinkers tend to know their weaknesses. That is why most job interviewers ask this question. Will you admit you have weaknesses, and if so, how do you manage those? Is the weakness too major to allow you to be successful in the job you seek? Meaning to say, know in advance how you will answer this question. For instance, many hard workers are accused of working to many hours. Sometimes it’s to do with the workload, sometimes it’s just a matter of poor time-management. So if you say you are accused of being a “workaholic,” temper that answer by admitting you do work hard, but that you always maintain a reasonable workload for you and your team, so you and your team (if there is one) are active, but you are not really behind in your work. So admit a weakness or two, but express how your results don’t suffer.

DESCRIBE YOUR MANAGEMENT STYLE?

If you are seeking a management oriented position, describe your management style. Is it more hands-on? Is it analysis based? Do you delegate and verify results? Whatever your style, describe it specifically, not generically. Don’t offer hourly-wage answers, offer management oriented answers; hourly wage answers include comments like: “I’m always to work on time; I always get my work done; I get along with others;” and such. Those are the attributes a manager expects of the people who report to them. Make your answers relative to management. Describe your ability and success when you delegate; your success with smart, accurate analysis and reporting and how those reports lead your activities; outline strategies you use to motivate or influence team members. Be detailed, but in short answers.

“WHY DO YOU WANT TO LEAVE YOUR CURRENT JOB?”

There is nothing wrong with leaving one job for a better one. Make sure the interviewer sees you as being in that mind-set. If there are serious issues afoot in your current or recent job, don’t spend time discussing those, keep the focus on how you are a good match for the job at hand, and how you are motivated to improve and advance. A good response might be something like: ” I am always looking to better myself. I heard positive things about your company and this job in particular, so I wanted to explore my options”.

“WHERE DO YOU WANT TO BE IN FIVE YEARS”

This isn’t a trick question, like most people believe, having two sides: 1) To show how ambitious are you. 2) Are you loyal. It’s okay to say you want to advance, if that is the case. But do it politely, a good generic response may be something like: “I want to be a better manager than I am now.” Or, “I would be actively working towards promotions in this company.”

OTHER QUESTIONS YOU NEED TO BE PREPARED TO ANSWER:

Obviously, there are too many hiring scenarios to try and cover all pertinent job interview questions here. But, there are some basic questions that may likely arise, and for which you should generate pre-fabbed answers, so you can offer an intelligent and job related response if such questions come up in conversation. Write out your answers to each of these questions.

How will you be an asset to our company (good opportunity to mention prior achievements, without being boastful.)

Why did you pick this industry?

Describe a unrelated leadership role that you held.

What has been your greatest challenge in your career?

Give me an example of a problem that arose in your job, and how you solved it.

Tell me about a project you initiated and the results.

What types of situations put you under pressure and how did you deal with it?

Give me a situation in which you failed, how did you deal with it?

How do you work with difficult people?

What was your greatest accomplishment?

What challenges are you looking for in a position?

What motivates you?

If I asked people who know you to describe you, what three words would they use?

Describe a situation where you had to work with someone who was difficult. How did you handle it?

What traits are most important for a good manager?

Tell me a about a team project of which your are particularly proud of. What was your contribution?

What type of environment appeals to you the most?

What characteristics are most important in a good manager? How have you displayed one of them?

What makes someone a good leader?

What are your expectations of a good employer?

What do you do in your spare time?

The whole idea here is to leave nothing to chance. Literally write out your answers in advance. Most job candidates do not follow this good advice, believing they already know how best to present their credentials. Don’t make that mistake. Organize your answers in advance, put them in perspective of how your skills and know-how best fit the job for which you are interviewing. By organizing these simple tasks to prepare for your job interview, you will greatly increase your odds of getting hired. Don’t leave your next great job to chance. Prepare for it now.

Mark Baber has 20 years experience as an Executive Search recruiter. For one-on-one job search help visit: http://www.mcbaber.com

Mark is Recruit Consultant to http://www.JobNewsRadio.com where Jobseekers access 2 Million job transactions.

Going to a job interview can be one of the scariest and most intimidating things one does in their life. There is much tension and fear, but surprisingly it can be much fun. If you play your cards correctly, the job interview questions and answers game can be used much to your advantage and he process will not need to be as lopsided as you might think.

In order to get in front of a potential employer to address the job interview questions and answers, you must first have a job interview in place. There are many types of job interviews and just because one is scheduled does not mean you have the job secured. The interview process in many cases can be incredibly lengthy and one that may take a long time for a decision to be made. The questions and answers exchanged in an interview can vary based on the type of interview.

Since not all jobs and organizations are the same, every interview process can be different. Some companies might want to conduct a behavior interview where they want to see how the interviewee reacts in certain scenarios. Some companies might conduct their interviews as a group. There are some companies that would prefer to host a video interview in case they need to fly you in from an out of town location and they want to screen you before they take on the cost.

With different types of interviews, comes different job interview questions and answers. Questions the interviewer might ask you but also questions you might want to ask the interviewer. Many employers think positively of potential candidates that show high levels of interaction in their interview. By asking the right questions, you are proving you have an interest in the company, you are thinking about the future of the company and you are the type of person the employer would look for.

Here is a sample list of the most asked questions by an interviewer with sample responses:

Q: Describe a typical work week for you?


A: Make sure to discuss in detail and be prepared to review some of our day-today responsibilities. Make sure to relate your answers to the job you are applying for. The more you can show a connection between the job you are applying for and your past, the more open the interviewer will be to discussing further with you.

Q:What motivates you?


A: Since the interviewer doesn’t know much about you, they want to know how and why you were successful at your previous job. Since your response will vary based on your previous experience and knowledge, you can include the following factors as motivation:

You enjoy Challenges

Employer satisfaction is very important

Client satisfaction is most important

Compensation to perform (if in a sales role)

Team accomplishments (if it is a team based environment)

Q: What interests you about this job?


A: Be truthful. Describe the qualifications needed for the job. Tie the job description back to your own skill set and explain why you would thrive in this position because of your previous experience. If the job seems like a challenge, explain you are looking to learn and improve your skills. Regardless of the situation, be excited about the opportunity and how you can bring value to the organization.

Here is a sample list of Questions you should ask the interviewer (Make sure to take notes and pay attention throughout the interview so you do not ask a question that was already answered):

How would you describe the responsibilities of the position?

How would you describe a typical week/day in the position?

Is this a new position? If not, what did the previous employee go on to do?

What is the style of management within the company?

Who does this position report to? If I am offered the position, can I meet him/her?

How many people work in this office/department? How many people are in the company

What are the prospects for growth and advancement?

How does one advance in the company?

Overall the entire Job Interview Questions and Answers process is not terribly difficult, as long as you are prepared. Make sure to do your homework!!

Robert Krain is a renounced Human Resources Consultant and personal job / career coach. Mr. Krain has been conducting professional workshops and conferences in the greater NYC area for over 17 years. Robert Krain is passionate about helping others to achieve their career goals and has set up information on the world wide web to assist the general public with job interview questions and answers. See more about Robert Krain’s thoughts here: [http://jobinterviewquestionsanswers.wordpress.com]

Interviews can be the most daunting part of the job application process for most job seekers. For those job hunters that have encountered many arduous interviews, the best way to reduce stress is to be well prepared and confident of your skills and abilities.

How To Prepare For A Job Interview

A good way to prepare yourself for a job interview is to gain knowledge through research and to think of as many questions as possible that may be asked. It is advisable to go through the most commonly asked questions, as the chances of these questions springing up during the interview are strong. It is also wise for you to research and collect any information you can about the history of the company. In doing so, you are preparing yourself to come up with smart and intellectual answers for any question that might be asked.

Most Commonly Asked Questions In An Interview

To give you an idea of some of the most commonly asked questions, here are a few standard interview questions along with some of the most appropriate answers:

· The first standard question will always involve the interviewer asking you to give some information about yourself. This includes your name, your address, past experience, position title in previous companies and job description. You should always give the exact details about your previous company and position.

· Next, the interviewer will generally ask you about your job expectations and what you have to offer to the company. You should be prepared with an answer about your expectations for the job and what you plan on doing for the company if you are hired. Always be confident when answering and try not to sound like you have memorized the answer.

· You might be asked about salary and how much you expect to be offered. You should never be the first to discuss numbers. If they want a range, simply say that you are open to negotiate and wait for them to bring up a number first.

· You will be asked about your roles and responsibilities with your present or previous company. You should always be positive and precise when it comes to describing your former employer and work duties. You might also want to describe your previous work experience and explain how it relates to the position that you are applying for.

· Many companies are extremely particular when it comes to your abilities and how well you handle challenges and problems. You may be asked to answer certain situational problems just to test how you resolve issues and how effective you are at coming up with solutions to problems.

There are plenty of questions that you may be asked about yourself as well as your expectations. Always make sure that you are well prepared. More importantly, show the interviewers that you are confident and knowledgeable. Always make it a point to be positive during the interview. An optimistic attitude will ultimately help you land the job.

Tony Jacowski is a quality analyst for The MBA Journal. Aveta Solutions – Six Sigma Online – http://www.sixsigmaonline.org, offers online six sigma training and certification classes for lean six sigma, black belts, green belts, and yellow belts.

As the summer season approaches some high school teens are making plans to work. For many, this could be a first job. As you consider where to work and what kind of work you want to do, you should also get your high school resume as well as prepare for your interview. Here are eight interview questions employers ask high school students in interviews. These tips will serve as a guide to help high school teens come up with the best answers in the job interview.

Q. Tell me a little about yourself?A. The interviewer wants to learn more about your skills, abilities and some of your interests. This response sets the tone for the rest of the interview and it is a good idea to make the answer as brief as possible. A rough rule of thumb is to say something about the recent past, something current and a plan for the future. Here is what one freshman student shared in her interview, “Past- My family relocated to this region three years ago and I went to XYZ Middle School. Present – I am currently a Freshman at ABC High School and I take all honors classes. I am a part of the drama club stage crew and enjoy the theatre and arts. Future – My goal is to pursue Theatre Arts in college.

Q. Why do you want this part time job?A. Tell the interviewer why you applied for this position. Talk about your skills and your availability, not the employee discount. As a high school student, you can speak to the flexibility that the job offers, the proximity of the job to home or school or that you are saving for something specific like a summer trip, sports camp or your first car.

Q. Are you involved in extra curricular activities?A. High school teens should speak about after school activities, elective classes taken outside of school or any volunteer work or family obligations you might have. Do not be afraid to talk about activities such as music lessons or band practice.

Q. What would teachers say about you?A. This is a good chance to speak about your good performance in your favorite classes. Speak about teachers who you know would be able to give you a good letters of recommendation.

Q. Tell me about a problem you had and how you solved it?A. The interviewer wants to learn about you problem solving skills for handling challenges or conflicts. Make sure to give specific examples where you might have had a problem you actually had to solve. Don’t forget to talk about great outcomes.

Q. How many hours can you work?A. Share your availability to work daily or weekly. If you are looking for a job in retail, do not forget Saturday and Sunday. These might be the days where the employer needs you most.

Q. Tell me about your last job?A. Share information about job skills or accomplishment on the job. Do not speak badly about any prior employers. Keep this part of the interview very positive and upbeat.

Q. Why should we hire you?A. Here is an opportunity to talk about your job skills, behaviors and achievements and how they could be an asset on your new job.

Interview preparation is really key to interview success!

For extra help, teens can take the job description to the career counseling office at their high school and ask if for assistance. Ask to do a practice interview as well.

Marcia Robinson writes and trains on career, workplace and employment related issues. She is a Principal at The RayeMartin Group, a HR consulting firm in Philadelphia, that owns BullsEyeResumes, publishes the Norristown-At-Work monthly and maintains career advice blogs. Robinson has a BS in Human Resources Management and a Masters in Business Administration.

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Avoid “housekeeping” questions like “when do I get paid?” and how many day’s vacation do I get?” You can quite easily find these out by calling the company before the interview and requesting a copy of the company handbook before the interview. If you do this, be sure be sure to mention it during the interview, EG “Well I called up before and requested a copy of the handbook, that’s answered most of my questions but I do have a few more about my role specifically…” This will show the interviewer how well you have prepared, and ensure that you have only the most well thought out questions to ask them in the actual job interview.

Ask them to describe the average day in the position. This is a great question to ask as it will not only show that you are serious about taking the role but it should give you some genuine insight. Have you ever shown up on the first day of a new job and thought “This is NOTHING like they described!”? If so you’ll know what a truly horrible feeling that is, but if you have worked out some useful questions to ask in the job interview you can get a real idea of what goes on before the job starts.

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