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The 5 stage Interview Process
Through your research, you should be able to identify three
to five skills that you believe the employer will seek in a
successful candidate. With this in mind, carefully consider
your background and qualifications. Be prepared to discuss
examples of
Do not assume that the interviewer will appreciate your
qualifications by reading your resume. It is up to you to
demonstrate enthusiasm and fit for the position.
Having carefully prepared for this moment, you should
approach the interview with confidence. Each interview will
be different; some interviews will be very structured and
formal while others may be casual and informal.
Interviewing styles will vary.
Do not become overly concerned if the person who is
interviewing you asks difficult questions; try to remain
calm and respond to all questions in a positive manner.
5 Stages
The interview generally consists of five interrelated
stages:
1. introduction and icebreaker;
2. verifying information and asking questions;
3. responding to your questions;
4.closing the interview and decision-making.
The interviewer will try to establish rapport with you by
talking about an unrelated topic such as the weather.
Keep all of your comments positive, even if the weather is
terrible that day; the employer will have concerns if you
start off complaining about small, insignificant events.
After a few minutes of introduction, the employer will
begin asking questions and verifying information from your
resume.
As each question is posed, take a moment to consider your
answer. Try not to look up at the ceiling or down at the
floor as you consider your reply. Start your response in a
positive note; be careful not to start with um or another
verbal filler. Be sure to provide specific examples of
accomplishments to demonstrate skills.
A helpful outline for answering interview questions is best
described through the S.T.A.R. (situation, task, action, and
result) method. Using this method, you would respond to an
interview question with an example of a situation or a task
for which you were responsible.
Thoroughly describe the actions that you took in this
situation or task.
Emphasize specific results or accomplishments.
Remember that numbers can be impressive.
Always speak in first person when describing the
situation.
Whenever possible, try to articulate the value of the
experience in terms of how the experience has prepared you
for the position for which you are interviewing.
Do not be overly concerned if the interviewer is taking
notes during the interview process.
Keep your composure and try to keep your eyes level so that
when the employer looks up, you will have eye contact.
The fourth stage of the interview process is the closing,
which is initiated by the interviewer. A seasoned
interviewer will explain the decision making process and
provide information concerning future steps in the process.
If the interviewer does not specifically state this
information, it is appropriate for you to ask about
follow-up procedures. Be sure to ask the interviewer for
his/her business card; this information will be helpful as
you prepare your thank you letter.
After the interview, the employer will assess your
qualifications and determine fit between you and the
position. This is also a time for you to evaluate your
interest in the position. Immediately following your
interview, take time to write down questions you were
asked, general impressions, and questions that you may now
have, as result of the interview. Also, evaluate your
interviewing skills and consider ways you can improve for
your next interview. Remember to send a thank you letter to
the employer within 24 hours after your interview.
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| Author: Deepu 12 Mar 2008 | Member Level: Diamond Points : 1 |
Hi Raj,nice collection,good job.
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| Author: jalaj 01 Apr 2008 | Member Level: Gold Points : 2 |
It is a very informative article.It really going to help many people going for their interview.Thank you for the information provided in the above article.
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| Author: shikha 01 Apr 2008 | Member Level: Diamond Points : 1 |
Very useful information.
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| Author: rajasekhar 02 Apr 2008 | Member Level: Gold Points : 1 |
Thank you deepu,jalaj,shikha
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| Author: Deepu 08 Apr 2008 | Member Level: Diamond Points : 3 |
Hi Rajasekhar,
The advice that you have mentioned at last regarding the writing down of the questions that were asked in the interview immediately after the interview is very nice.But im not able to know how to send a thanking letter to the employer?
-Deepu
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| Author: rajasekhar 11 Apr 2008 | Member Level: Gold Points : 3 |
Deepu Thanking letter is not for freshers,its only for experienced persons.freshers need not send thanking letter,if you are already in the same field and you have lots of experience then you need to send thanking letter to the company mail.
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| Author: Deepu 11 Apr 2008 | Member Level: Diamond Points : 2 |
Thank you for your response.Ithought this 5-stage interview process is for the freshers.Thats why I have asked that question.But thats ok.
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| Author: Vidya 21 May 2008 | Member Level: Diamond Points : 2 |
useful information thanks alot
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| Author: Shinu 31 May 2008 | Member Level: Gold Points : 2 |
This is very nice information. Thank You
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