Bibhu Prasad Mishra - Preparing for a Winning Interview

Bibhu Prasad Mishra

Preparing for a
Winning Interview

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I t gives me immense pleasure to present this book before you. The knowledge shared in this book primarily aims to prepare job-hunters to face the challenges of changing corporate environment, and learn the tricks and skills to excel at job front as well as in job interview process.

The title of this book Preparing for a winning Interview itself speaks about the theme of this book. It sends a message to the readers that to win over the race, one needs to understand and learn basic skills and traits to stand out among the crowd. So be prepared in advance, because it is important to survive in a competitive scenario where meeting deadlines will not leave you with sufficient time to focus on other aspects of job. Therefore, before work pressure and confusion throw you out of the race, be prepared and learn to survive.

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PART-I

Interview Preparation

I nterviewers describe lack of knowledge about the company as one of their main reasons to reject a candidate. So make a habit of doing your homework.

The employers expect you to know about their organisation and industry. It is quite likely that they will ask you questions designed to test how well you have done your homework. For example, you could be asked one or more of these questions to assess your knowledge of the company:

• What do you think it takes to be successful in this career?

• Do you enjoy doing independent research?

• Do you have any plans for further education?

• Why do you want to work in this industry ?

• What do you know about our company?

• Why are you interested in our company?

Well, the first thing to do is to examine the companys website. Other external sources of information may also be tapped. But dont stop here. Spend some time getting acquainted with the key industry that the company or division operates within. You can find all the resources you need by visiting company website or search about the company in the following:

• Google search

• Annual Reports or other printed materials of the company

• People employed with the company whom you know as part of your network or alumni

Also spend time upgrading your interview skills and style. Do some research to determine the type of interview you should expect during your visit.

If possible, ask the company contact person or his assistant for a copy of the interview schedule and make sure you get the names of those who are interviewing you. Try to find out information about these people. The web is a great source for providing this type of information.

Make sure you know the exact post you are interviewing for so that you have an idea about your duties and responsibilities, as well as salary range. Determine the qualities so that you can develop the abilities to cope up with the position. Figure out as much as possible about the employers needs. Learn as much as you can about the company.

One of the most essential skills a job-seeker can learn during a job-search is research skills. The quality of your research skills may make or break your job search. So, improve your research skills. Youll find that research skills will not only help you in searching for a new job, but will come in handy in many other situations in the future.

Information is one of the most crucial aspects of job-search; the more you know the easier it is for you to find information; the more are your chances of success. Employers value job-seekers who possess key information about the company because that knowledge demonstrates your interest and enthusiasm for the company and for the job.

Lets move on a short journey through the basic steps in conducting company research:

Step l: When to Start Research: For most job-seekers, there are three crucial times to conduct research.

• The first is when you are just starting your job-search and looking to identify popular companies in your industry or even in a particular geographic location.

• The second is when you are applying to an employer; its always best to relate yourself to the company and shape your cover letter and resume for each employer individually.