Interviewing techniques :Interviewing techniques by: Vandana Vibhuti Vijay Kumar Vijay Agarwal Vikash Kumar Veekash Kumar A Presentation On


Introduction :Introduction What is an Interview ? Types of Interview Prerequisites for an Interview Strategies For Success at Interview How to Interview Candidates ? Conclusion Doubts and Queries ?


What is an Interview ? :What is an Interview ? Oral tool to test a candidate Procedure to find out skills, knowledge and ability


Types of Interview :Types of Interview Telephonic / Computer / Video Conferencing Interview One-on-One Interview Serial interview Sequential Interview Panel Interview Group Interview Situation or Performance Interview Audition Interview Stress Interview Informational Interview Directive or Structured Style Interview Meandering Style Interview Mealtime Interviews Follow-up Interviews Behavioral Interview


Prerequisites for an Interview :Prerequisites for an Interview Arrive early Relax and Freshen up Take in the Atmosphere Bring extra copy of your CV or Resume


Strategies For Success at Interview :Strategies For Success at Interview First Impression Body language Know yourself Know the company Know the job profile


First Impression :First Impression “you never get a second chance to make a first impression.”   Matt Lauer (American Journalist) “Halo effect” “Devil effect” Your appearance is all wrong An obvious lack of confidence Nothing much to say


Get the Basics Right - Body Language :Get the Basics Right - Body Language Handshake Body Posture / Gestures Eye contact Facial Expression Reinforce what you are saying – examples Be positive about things


How to Interview Candidates ? :How to Interview Candidates ? Define your objectives before you start Select your questions in advance Build an interview team Layout Process Legal and Illegal Inquiries Create a Positive Image for Your Organization


Define your objectives before you start :Define your objectives before you start Describe the position's duties and the technical knowledge and skills required to do the job Identify success factors: How did previous top performers in this job behave? Establish performance expectations: What do you expect this person to accomplish?


Select your questions in advance :Select your questions in advance Icebreakers Before we start, would you like a cup of coffee or glass of ice water? Tell me about yourself? Traditional Questions What are your greatest strengths? What is your experience with [competency, skill, function? Why do you want to work for us?


Slide 13:Situational Questions How would you deal with an irate customer? If we were to hire you, what is the first thing you would do? How do you deal with stress on the job? Behavior-Based Questions Tell me about a crisis you could have prevented. Did you do anything differently after the crisis had passed? Tell me how you resolve crises by deploying your team members. Give me a specific example? Culture-Fit Questions What gave you the greatest feeling of achievement in your last job? Why was this so satisfying? Why did you choose this type of work? What motivates you to work hard? Give me some examples?


Build an interview team :Build an interview team Whenever possible, have more than one person interview candidates Team should consist of both Technical and HR person. Team Members should not be biased or stereotype.


Layout Process :Layout Process Before the Interview Put candidates at ease Don't judge on first impressions During the Interview Tell the candidate a little about the job Don't be afraid to improvise Listen Take notes Invite candidates to ask questions After the Interview Let candidates know what they can expect Compare notes and reach consensus


Legal and illegal inquiries :Legal and illegal inquiries Affiliations Age Alcohol or Drug Use Criminal Record Culture/Natural Origin Disability Marital/Family Status Personal Race/Color Religion


Create a Positive Image for Your Organization :Create a Positive Image for Your Organization “The job market is always competitive when looking for good people. We need to realize that we're selling ourselves as much as candidates are trying to sell themselves. It's important to treat people well during the interview process. I never want to lose a potential customer or cause a candidate to have a negative impression of our company.“ Joan Woodward, AVP and Senior HR Business Partner at Fifth Third Bank


Before we conclude lets watch a movie clip :Before we conclude lets watch a movie clip Most interviews are designed to assess few key areas Professionalism ,interest in the job, skills , personality. Here are the tips for do’s and don'ts of the interview. Dress appropriately for an interview. Don’t wear large jewelry, bright colors or heavy makeup. Don’t give a limp handshake, Give a firm but not a bone crushing handshake and maintain eye contact


Conclusion :Conclusion Things which both interviewer and interviewee should keep in mind Dress Properly Do your homework Listen and try to understand things


Doubts and Queries :Doubts and Queries