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We all know the job search can be truly brutal, and it is hard not to get discouraged when waiting for a reply to submitted resumes and applications. When you do finally hear back, it is vital that you quickly jump to the next step - Preparation. It is essential to be well-prepared when given the opportunity of an interview.
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Phone interviews are often used to screen candidates to pare down the pool of applicants who will be invited for face-to-face interviews. The caller will likely ask about your experience, availability and salary requirements. Your strategy is to provide facts that support your resume, with some information about your performance. Do not volunteer anything that could disqualify you. Make every effort to sound professional and to secure an in-person interview with the person who has the authority to hire. |
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During group interview, it is better to be one of the leaders than one of the followers. But don't get yourself involved in a battle of wills to get elected as leader because this can get ugly and you won't score points. If you want to lead and have the chance to express an interest, do so, but be gracious if you're not chosen, and don't sabotage the leader's performance in protest. If you are not a natural leader, that's okay. With half the group wanting to lead, you won't be forced to, but you must at least be an active participant. Don't simply observe and say nothing. |
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Usually it is a mixture of relevant specialists – human resources, technical experts, and line managers, who can vary in number from 2 to 8 people. Each panelist will have a different role to play during the interview. For example, the HR manager will be checking that you are a good fit with the company culture and people. The line manager will want to know about your technical skills or business know-how. And the accounting manager will want to know if you are savvy enough to operate a business budget. One person may be kind and gentle and the other more harsh or pushy. Remember, these inquisitors are working together towards the same end. Treat them equally, not favouring one over the other. |
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