Interviews
The Interview, often the most scariest part of applying for a new job, so find out some of the secrets and be well prepared!
A telephone seminar is also available – join the live class or listen to a recording.
By the time you have completed this module you will be well prepared for virtually everything that will trip up those who are ill prepared.
This module will help you
to:
- Understand the different types of interview and the different types of interview questions
- Have prepared answers to interview questions
- Have completed a mock interview and discussed it with someone
- Have planned for upcoming interviews and be well prepared
All explained in an easy to follow step by step style.
What you get:
- Downloadable 83 page eBook for you to read online: You then only need to print out the pages you need.
- A phone seminar or podcast where the material is brought to life. With the live seminar you can listen to the key points, have a chance to ask questions and listen to what others have to say. Don’t worry if you miss it, all calls are recorded for later access.
What’s included?
Masses and masses of detail
1: Getting prepared
What is an interview? The employer perspective; An employer’s viewpoint
2: Different types of interview
Psychological interview; Sequential interviews; Panel interviews; Stress interview; Unstructured interviews; The screening interview; Structured interviews and competency based interviewing; The single interview with a HR manager; The single interview with a line manager; Second interviews
3: Interview questions
Open questions; Probing questions; Technical questions; Hypothetical questions; Multiple questions; Forced choice questions; Leading questions; Closed questions; Pretending
4: The other side of the table
What do interviewers look for? What interviewers are taught? Summarising ; Reflecting back
5: Interview preparation
General preparation; Your response to the question – “tell me about yourself”; Understanding your strengths; Understand your transferable skills; Talk to your referees
Be up to date on the industry you are applying to; If you have a medical condition, decide how to respond to questions; Getting ready to answer questions; Questions; A Mock interview; Rehearse but Don't Memorise
6: Applying for jobs
7: You have been short-listed!
The basics; The research; Prepare yourself; Preparation on the organisation - research the company; Final Check: Use this check list to ensure you are well prepared; Your Car; Key guidance for the interview
8: Appearance:
You never get a second chance to make a first impression
First Impressions; Importance of body language
9: Problem interviewers
The interviewer asks only closed questions; The interviewer monopolises the interview; You are faced with a very inexperienced interviewer; Dirty Tricks
10: On the day
What to take; The Journey to interview; When you arrive; Be in a positive frame of mind; At the interview; Handling the salary question; Over to you … Questions to ask at the end of the interview; A Great close; If things go wrong
11: Afterwards
Post interview evaluation; Contacting the recruitment agency; Second interviews; Some guidelines for a thank you letter; Structure of a thank you letter; Waiting; The letter comes
Appendix A: Over to you … Questions to ask at the end of the interview.
Appendix B: Personal Inventory
Appendix C: Post interview evaluation
| You can either buy the individual module, or get it as part of the job search support programme. | ||
Buy the module for £20.00 |
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| Once you place your order you will be directed to the download page where you can download your eBook immediately. The eBook is in PDF format and you can read it on your computer screen or print your own copy. Any problems in accessing the eBooks, email your receipt and get the eBook emailed direct to you. | ||
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