Got enough of job letters? Sent enough resumes or CV’s? Finally received the interview date? Too hectic right? It is not easy when we talk about the entire process of getting placed, from finding a suitable job, to finally getting hired is a journey of cracking the hardest stones. Interviews are the most crucial section to clear, it's the final round which requires all your presence, confidence and tests your communication skills. 

 

Now you have your interview scheduled-----Congratulations!! It's time to prepare for it, there are few things that every candidate appearing for the interviews should keep in mind. We have some tips for you have a look:

• Do a complete research about the company 

Before presenting yourself for the interview, you should have full-fledged knowledge about the company you are going to work shortly with. The information regarding the company can be fetched from their websites, blogs, press releases, social media accounts. You can also ask the consultancy if they have any extra information of the company to have a solid understanding.

• Practice how to answer the common interview questions

Prepare yourself to answer the basic and most common questions that are usually asked in every interview. For instance, “Introduce yourself”, the introduction you give will be your first impression in front of the interviewers and as rightly said “First impression is the Last impression”. The idea behind the above question is who you are and what innovative and success you will contribute as a part of the company. So have a solid answer prepared for it and practice it again and again. You also come prepared with the salary you are expecting.

• Prepare a list of examples of your previous work experience if any

It is mostly likely to be asked by the interviewers about your past experience in the field you have applied for. Just recall about your past works if any and prepare well for a quick response.

• Your appearance during interview

You need to be well dressed with tidy hairs and decent clothing. This might seem funny or common but many times these small things are missed which may have a wrong impression on you. 

• Check the connectivity, camera and microphones

As you might be having your interview online, it’s necessary that you check your connectivity, camera and microphone a few minutes before your interview commences.

• Prepare smart questions to ask the interviewers

Interviews are two-way communications, where both the interviewer and interviewee ask questions. They expect you to ask questions which will show your seriousness towards working with them. Some sample questions that you can ask are:

·       What will be my day-to-day activities?

·       What are the challenges the company is facing in the field that I have opted for?

·       What are the processes that your company goes through?

·       How do departments collaborate?

 

Below are some of the questions that are mostly asked and how you can tackle it:

• Where do you find yourself after 5 years? - talk about your goals, career you have planned for yourself and aspire to achieve.
• Why do you think you are suitable for this job? - this is the most frequently asked question. The company wants to know why you think you are suitable for them, so you need to be very confident with your answer. Provide them with your experience, skills because of which you can bring big success to their company.
• Why do you want this job? - this question is asked to know that you are really in need of this job and how serious you are about it, so answer it very well.
• What are your weaknesses? - this question is fired just to point out your negative points which may have a wrong impression about you, so tackle it with smartness. Answer them for your weakness that will showcase your strengths. For instance, being a perfectionist, forcing the team to complete the work on time, etc.

 

Hope the tips work out for you and help to lessen your stress. In case you still have queries regarding the company or the interview details feel free to Contact or WhatsApp the team of PlaceMeRight on 98206 61330. Wishing you success for your further journey!!!