Interviewing Processes

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Interviewing Processes

• The purpose is to find the best person for the
  job.
• Many different types of interviews
• Individual
• Panel
• Phone
• Stress
• Observational

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The Individual Interview

• Like an in-depth conversation.
• Hiring decisions are based on this type.
• Count on discussing what you bring to the job.
• You must sell your
• Skills
• Enthusiasm
• Interest
• Understanding of the job

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The Panel Interview

• Used by government or companies filling a
  professional or managerial position.
• 3 or more people on the panel
• All candidates are asked the same questions
• Be sure to make eye contact with everyone on the
  panel.

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The Phone Interview

• A screening technique.
• Used to make first-round cuts
• If interested they will set up a face-to-face
  interview
• Remember
• As soon as you pick up the phone you are making
  an impression.

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The Stress Interview

• Used by law enforcement agencies
• See how you handle stress
• Rationale
• If you are unable to remain calm, it is unlikely
  you will be able to under real stress conditions
• Remember, dont act defensively. Instead remain
  calm and respond appropriately.

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The Observational Interview

• The candidate is asked to demonstrate their
  abilities with some of the skills required of the
  position.
• Public speaking ability
• Answering telephone calls
• Operating a piece of equipment

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The Interview Stages

• Most interviews break into four stages
• Introductory
• Employer Questions
• Applicant Questions
• Closing
• The better you understand each stage, the better
  your chances of being selected.

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The Introductory Stage

• When first impression is formed
• The decision to hire is not based at this stage,
  but it begins here.

Remember you never get a second chance to make a
first impression.
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30 Second Commercial

• Statement to describe the skills and services
  that you have to offer an employer.

• Greeting (First and Last Name)
• Experience (Accumulated Experience)
• Areas of Expertise (Major Job Functions)
• Strengths (Your specific skills)
• Accomplishments (Emphasize your strengths)
• Professional Style (How you perform your job)
• Job Search Strategy (What you want to do)

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30 Second Commercial
Hello, my name is _______________. Im an
experienced ________________. Or, I have ___
years of experience in the ____ industry with
expertise in _____, and _____. My strengths are
_____, _____, and ______. I have been recognized
for ______________. Im ________, ________, and
__________. I am interested in expanding my
experience into ____.
Greeting
Experience
Areas of Expertise
Strengths
Accomplishments
Professional Style
Job Search Strategy
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Employer Questions

• Try to determine whether you
• Fit in with the company image and work culture.
• Have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to do
  the job

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Applicant Questions

• This is the time to clear up any uncertainties

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Closing Stage

• The interviewer will draw the session to a close.
• If you are sure you want the job, make your
  intentions clear at this time.

Remember assertive is okay, aggressive is not!