Interview Guidelines

Congratulations! Spending days, weeks, or possibly months of looking for the right job has finally paid off and you’ve been asked to come in for an interview. Then comes the biggest question of all, now what? You will only have 15 to 20 minutes to sell your experiences, attitude, and skills to the employer – most likely without knowing what the employer wants to hear from you. There are articles upon articles of advice on interviewing, from how to answer certain questions to how to dress – right down to the color of your socks! It can seem overwhelming, but remembering a few key points can help make your interview successful.

We recommend that job hunters visualize in their minds how the interview will go. A little edginess before an interview can be helpful if it makes you alert and energized, but too much anxiety can be disastrous. Practicing deep breathing or repeating a tranquil word like “calm” are popular methods people use to get themselves ready for a tense situation. And, again, mental preparation well in advance of an interview is keyWe ‘Nexus’ conduct Classroom & One-on-One sessions to the candidates on Interview Guidelines & Resume Preparation by HR Professionals. Topics to be covered :-

How to sell yourself ?

How to prepare for an Interview ?

How to face/approach the Interview?

Methodology to exhibit/present/deliver in Interview

Do’s and Don’ts at Ianterview process.

In the Hot Seat: Seven Interview Tips

The time and effort you put into crafting your cover letter and resume have finally paid off — you’ve been asked to interview with a company you’ve been pursuing for months. But you only have a few days to prepare for this brief but monumental meeting. The pressure’s on to prove to the hiring manager you’re uniquely qualified for the position and would be an asset to the organization.

While books and acquaintances are great sources of advice, consider taking cues from your favorite celebrities. That’s because interviewing for a job is a lot like auditioning for a role. It can be a challenging and nerve-racking experience, but with a little preparation and practice, you’ll have the confidence you need to shine. Here are some pointers to help you deliver a five-star performance:

Research your role

Just as actors dig up information on the characters they’ll portray, you should learn as much as you can about the potential employer. In fact, in a recent survey of executives by our company, respondents said having little or no knowledge of the firm is the No. 1 reason job seekers lose out to the competition. Avoid this mistake by researching the organization’s history, products or services. Find recent news by visiting its Web site, reading industry publications and talking to members of your network. Doing so will help you specifically address the company’s needs during the interview.

Practice makes perfect

Seasoned performers spend extra time rehearsing tricky lines to avoid slipping up on stage. You can sidestep a potentially embarrassing situation by considering answers to tough or strange interview questions ahead of time. Hiring managers may ask about your greatest weakness, for example. In this case, your response should be candid but brief. Ideally, you’ll be able to highlight steps you’ve taken to overcome this flaw. For example, if delivering presentations is not your forte, you might explain how you enrolled in courses to improve your public-speaking abilities.