Interviews are an unavoidable factor in the path of being placed in a company/ organisation. This will be the key to our entry towards a company. Interviews happen only at the last stage of job screening, which denotes only the ones who are succeeded in their previous screening sessions will be eligible for it. Normally interviews are followed by tests or group discussion. This final screening method will be very crucial and important as an interview can determine whether you are eligible for the particular company. Hence, it has to be given high consideration.
An interview can assess many of your skills. It is not only just a communication between you and the interviewer but an assessment where so many of your skills are being measured. Your communication skills, language fluency, personal attitude, social behaviour, manners etc. can be identified from an interview. There are basically three modes which interviews are conducted
- In person- It is the direct face to face interviews which are normal and most common out of the three modes. This mode is considered as most effective and great one as it can assess the interviewee completely without any drawbacks.
- Video interview- This type of interview happens when the interviewer and interviewee are from different location. Video interviews are most used by multinational companies. The drawback of video interviews are, there can be error in the communication process because of internet connection. The communication is likely to get interrupted if the network connection is not strong.
- Telephone interview- Just like the video interviews,this type of interviews are also used when the interviewer and interviewee are not able to meet in person. Telephonic interviews are the least formal type of interview compared to others. The main draw back is that, the interviewer cannot assess the interviewee’s gestures and body language. Only the communication skills can be evaluated.
Preparing for an interview needs utmost care and focus. Always keep in mind that it is a key to your dream job. These are some tips that can help you to perform better in an interview.
- Have self awareness. Before attending an interview make sure you have a clear picture about yourself and your experience. This will be an expected questions. Make points in your mind and explain it correctly.
- Industry knowledge. It is very important to know about the company you are going to work for. Do a detailed research about the industry and your company and get a clear idea of how it functions and what exactly their aim is.
- Current affairs. This is an unavoidable element in an interview. It doesn’t matter which type of job you have applied for, it is must to know current affairs. Try to know the recent news and events happening around your area.
- Be very formal. You have to be very polite and formal while attending an interview. Always keep in mind that you are in a professional space and are being expected to behave in a professional way.
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