Getting a job and interview

Getting a Job By:Milton Joseph

Task: discuss in pairs

What are Employers

looking for???

What are Employers looking for???

Punctuality Grooming Honesty Handling pressure Multitasking Dependable Organization Efficiency Creativity Life long learner

What are employers

looking for when they Hire New Graduates???

What are employers looking for when they Hire New Graduates??? Employers look for… Interpersonal Relevant job experience Motivation Technical skills Initiative Flexibility Organization Soft skills:

WritingVerbal communicationCustomer service skillsTeamworkStrong work ethicTime management abilitiesAbility to Accept and Learn From CriticismProblem-Solving Skills

Why Employers don’t hire???

Why Employers don’t hire???

Bad personal appearance Too aggressive Unable to express self clearly Poor interest and enthusiasm No career planning, no goals Overly nervous, under confident Too much emphasis on money Not willing to start at the bottom Immature

Why Employers don’t hire??? (contd.)

Speaks ill of former employers Cannot make eye contact with interviewer Messy application form Late arrival for interview Did not show appreciation for interviewer’s

time Asked no questions about the company Could not give direct answers when

questioned Discourteous

Finding the Right Career:Choosing or changing career paths

Realize your strengths Acquire new skills Discover the best career for you and

your primary interests and passions

Exploring your career opportunities Focus on the things you love to do Look for clues everywhere(true

satisfaction) Be patient

Finding the right career

Tip 1 Identify occupations that match your

interestsTip 2 Evaluate your strengths and skillsTip 3 Develop your skills and experience (utilize your current position, identify resources in the

community, volunteer or work as an internship, take classes)

Tip 4 Consider starting your own business(committed and passionate, research is critical, expect

limited or no earnings to start)

Interview for a Job

Meaning and Definition of Interview

The term interview is derived from French word entre voir, means to glimpse or to see each other

An interview is a conversation b/w two or more people where questions are asked to obtain information from the interviewee

“A formal meeting at which somebody is asked questions to see if they are suitable for a particular job or course” (Oxford dictionary)

Purpose of Interview

Job or employment for selection of suitable persons on the basis of their experience and qualification

Periodic revolution of workers Exit interview for leaving the organization To gather information on matters like

workers attitude, working conditions, managerial effectiveness

Admission interview for a course or professional training

Methods of Interview

Structured Interview Follows a particular sequence of questions Is taken on printed form

(inventory/questionnaire) Responses are rated for appropriatenessUnstructured Interview No sequence of questions More time is consumed Interviewer needs to be expert Listening and note taking can differ

Types of Interview

The selection interview The group interview The panel interview Promotion interview Appraisal interview Problem interview Periodical interview Stress interview Exit interview

Preparation for Interview

Before the InterviewResearch the companyIdentify your key skills and

accomplishmentsPractice the interviewOn the day of InterviewDress appropriatelyFeel confident, comfortable and smileArrive before time and relaxGet a feel of the companyTurn off your cell phone

Preparation for Interview (contd.)

At the InterviewAvoid sweaty palmsA firm but brief handshakeTake a copy of your CVBe friendly, polite and enthusiasticShow interest and be positiveEstablish two-way communicationThink before you answerAvoid yes/no answersNever offer negative information about

yourself

Preparation for Interview (contd.)

After the InterviewThank the interviewerEnd your note with “I look forward to

hearing from you”If no call is received, call the HR dept

for information once

How to Sell yourself in a Job Interview???

Focus on skills and other factors that make you immediately productive

Present a fitting image for the part you seek

Likeability is vital Memorize a 20-30 second branding brief Master a one-to-two minute “commercial”

about yourself Don’t chatter to fill a silence Avoid bringing up negatives Develop a storytelling knack Ask about the next step

Interview Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s Early arrival Give your qualifications Clarify questions Conduct yourself professionally Anticipate tough questions Dress appropriately Ask questions throughout the

interview Listen carefully

Interview Do’s and Don’ts (contd.)

Don’ts Don’t ask vague questions Never interrupt the employer Don’t smoke, chew gum or place

anything on the employer’s desk Don’t ramble Do not lie You have the right to be assertive

Thank You