1. INTERVIEW
SKILLS

2. Pre-Interview
The Interview
Post Interview

3. PRE
INTERVIEW

4. What is an interview
According to Gary Dessler ,”An Interview is a procedure designed
to obtain information from a person’s oral response to oral
inquiries.”

5. Includes 4P’s
Preparation for an Interview
Present
Practice
Prepare
Participate

6.  A Good Assessment of yourself
 Researching the Organization
 Updating your resume
 Preparing a List of Commonly asked questions
 Understanding the Venue details
Preparation for an Interview

7.  Dress Appropriately as per the corporate setting.
 Reach 10-15 minutes early.
 Don’t hold negative thought of not being selected
 Don’t feel nervous.
Pre-Interview skills

8.  Treat everybody with courtesy and respect
 Maintain good eye contact throughout the
interview
 Be alert and sit straight in your seat
 Respond to question warmly and with
specific examples.
Tips for Successful Interview

9. Interview body language
Your body language can have a significant impact on how you’re perceived,
and so you have to be aware of it from the moment you step through the
door. That’s right, you’re being judged even before you’ve uttered your first
word.

10. Do’s and Don’ts for body language
Make eye contact
 Use your hands
 Smile
 Mirror
Slouch
 Touch your face
 Move About
 Don’t
 Do’s

11. THE
INTERVIEW

12. Types of Interview

13. The Interview Day
An Interview is not a test of your knowledge, but your ability to use it at the
right time.
Be so good, they can’t ignore you.
-(by Steve Martin)
The Day of the Interview :
 Remember too..
 During the Interview
 Body Language

14. During The Interview
Provide specific examples when possible using the
SARA method (Situation, Action, Result, Application).
Body Language : -
Mainly consists of PEHL (Posture, Eyes, Hands & Language).
Body language is a very powerful tool. We had body language before we had
speech, and apparently, 80% of what you understand in a conversation is read
through the body, not the words.

15. Do’s and Don’ts of an Interview
× Don’t slouch & fidget.
× Don’t talk negative.
× Don’t chew gum.
× Don’t smell of sweat.
× Don’t leave in a hurry.
 Don’t  Do’s
 Be an attentive listener.
 Be brief & concise in your response.
 Be positive & display your interest.
 Show your enthusiasm

16. Frequently Asked Questions
Why should we hire
you?
Tell me something
about yourself !
What are your
strengths &
weakness ?
What are your
achievements ?
What are your skills
?
What is your career
objective ?
What do you know
about the
organization ?
Where do you see
yourself five years
down the line?
FAQ’S

17. POST
INTERVIEW

18. After an Interview
The period after a job interview is important for a few reasons:
 It provides you the opportunity
 It is a chance to elevate yourself
 An interview shows eagerness for the job

19.  Ask for contact information
 Assess your interview performance
 Send a thank you note to the hiring manager
 Connect on social media business networking sites
 Get comfortable with waiting
Common things to do after an interview

20. Negotiation Skills
The main purpose of negotiating is to get closer to your objectives.
As people say, “Negotiation is all about a win-win situation.”

21.  Put yourself in the other persons shoes and consider how they
 would react to your proposals.
 Do not stick to a specific point of negotiation.
 Follow different styles and mannerisms to negotiate.
 Be comfortable in whatever style you choose.
 Be calm, relaxed and focused.
Techniques required to be a good negotiator

22.  Begin in a friendly way
 Make a good opening offer
 Express understanding of their interests
 Negotiate contingent on performance
 Explore alternative compensation
What to do when negotiating for higher pay

23. THANK
YOU