JOB INTERVIEW

 

1 INTERVIEW / INTERVIEW

2 Definition of Interview / Interview

is a question and answer process between two people (interviewer and interviewee) to obtain information, such as information about the interviewee's personal data, educational background, occupation, etc.

 

3 Traditional Job Interview Interview Techniques

Behavioral job interview

Based on the theory that "performance" (performance) in the past is the best indicator to predict the behavior of applicants in the future.

The success or failure of this interview really depends on the applicant's ability to describe the situation related to the interviewer's questions in detail and focus.

Traditional job interview

Using open-ended questions such as "why do you want to work at this company", and "what are your strengths and weaknesses".

The success or failure of a traditional interview will largely depend on the applicant's ability to communicate in answering the questions, rather than the truth or content of the answers given.

 

4 Handling Personal Questions

Applicants can clarify to the asker what is the relevance of the question posed to the position being applied for

2. Applicants can answer directly diplomatically with full awareness that the question does not have a direct relationship with the job / position being applied for.

3. Applicants may also refuse to answer the question if they feel that it really disturbs the applicant's privacy

 

5 Things to Look For in the Interview Room

It is expected that the waiting room and / or interview will be concentrated

Wall clock is provided

There are toilet instructions

Chairs should be provided that are comfortable

Under the table are provided magazines or brochures with company information

 

6 Mistakes in Interviewing

Prosecutor type interviewer

A reporter type interviewer

Mechanical / robot type interviewer

Analysis type interviewer

Bald head type interviewer

 

7 Negative Factors to Avoid

Personal appearance that looks unprofessional (menor make-up, clothes that are unsightly, untidy, and not according to the atmosphere)

Be arrogant

Reluctantly

Nervous

Great emphasis on compensation to be received

Always trying to find excuses for every failure that has ever been experienced in the past

 

8 Negative Factors to Avoid

Can not diplomacy and can not be polite

Blaming the company or former employer in the past, or complaining about rapid technology changes

Cannot focus on answering the interviewer's question or conversation

Failure to ask the interviewer questions

Repeatedly asking "what can the company give me if I do… ..?"

Lack of preparation: failed to obtain important information about the company, failed to answer the interviewer's questions and could not ask quality questions to the interviewer.

 

9 The solution: Make sure you know where to interview

If there is no notification of what type of clothing to wear, then wear formal, clean and neat clothes.

Prepare yourself to answer questions the interviewer might ask.

Try to arrive 10 (ten) minutes early. If forced to be late for some reason, immediately inform the company (interviewer)

Greet the security guard or receptionist you meet in a friendly manner

If you have to fill out a form, fill it out completely and neatly

Say hello to the interviewer and if you have to shake hands, shake them tightly (not too hard but not limp)

Stay standing until you are welcome to sit down

Sit in an upright and balanced position

Prepare a cover letter and CV

 

10 The solution: Remember the name of the interviewer

Show your enthusiasm and interest in the position being proposed and the company

Use formal language, not slang

Show the positive things that you've achieved

Show high energy and self-confidence

Show what you can do for the company not what the company can give you

Describe in detail the things asked by the interviewer

Ask some quality questions about your job and the company business in general

Speak loud enough so that the interviewer can clearly hear the voice

End the interview by asking what you should do next

Thank the interviewer for the time and opportunity given to you

 

11 Things to Look For:

Don't assume that you know where to interview when you're not sure

Train yourself to answer questions that the interviewer will approximately ask

Dress neatly and politely and don't be overly / flashy

Do not be late

Bring your cover letter and CV in a neat and properly arranged folder

Do not underestimate security guards, receptionists and even interviewers

Shake the interviewer's hand firmly but politely

Don't smoke, chew candy or spit during the interview

Don't sit back or lean back

Don't speak too loudly / too softly

Don't make jokes / try to be funny

Do not answer briefly, such as "yes" or "no"

 

12 Things to Look For:

Don't think too long every time you answer

Do not divert the topic of conversation to things that have nothing to do with work

Don't blame your former boss, former coworkers or past employers

Don't give false answers, lie or manipulate data

Do not ask about the salary and facilities received during the selection interview when it is not certain that you are accepted or not

Don't show hopelessness by showing that you are willing to work in any field and are willing to do anything as long as you can get into the company

Don't talk about negative things about you that can hurt yourself

Don't bring up things that are still considered controversial

Do not make calls, receive calls or read books during the interview

Don't get the interviewer wrong

Must ask questions when given the opportunity to ask

Don't forget to thank the interviewers

 

13 Ways to Dress Well in an Interview

Looking for information in advance about the company and Mr / Ms who will interview you.

Dress in colors that are not too flashy (e.g., shiny, bright).

For female applicants, dress that is not too tight (under skirt, button tops).

Dress with a simple design (not too many knick-knacks, because this is not a party event).

Don't overuse fragrances and jewelery.

 

14 What salary are you asking for?

In answering these questions you must first get an idea of the total reward you will receive in a year. Total benefits are salaries and other benefits provided including incentives and bonuses. In addition, it is necessary to ask whether the benefits offered include PPH or net.

In answering these questions answer the rewards you expect a year. Based on the appropriate market price for the position as well as the added value you have. Please answer diplomatically: "I think this company must already have a standard reward for this position" or "based on the experience I have and the contribution I can make to this company, I hope that the reward will be a minimum of Rp. ... / year plus other facilities in accordance with company regulations "

 

15 Variations of questions that often arise in interviews:

Questions about educational history:

Why did you choose these majors?

What subjects do you like the most, explain why.

What subjects do you like less, explain why.

At what level of education did you feel most accomplished, why?

Do the test results reflect your potential, explain?

Who is funding your studies?

How do your friends or teachers describe you?

In what kind of environment do you feel you can work best?

 

16 Variations of questions that often arise in interviews:

Questions about work experience:

Tell me about your work experience

For those who have never worked, are generally asked to tell about extra-curricular activities during the study.

Which job was the most challenging for you, please explain.

Which job was most challenging for you and how did you solve it

What kinds of colleagues do you enjoy working with?

What kind of boss do you enjoy working with?

How do you treat your men?

 

17 Variations of questions that often arise in interviews:

Questions about your goals:

Why do you want to work in this industry?

What encourages you apply to our company?

What do you want in the next 5 years?

What do you want in your life?

What do you do to achieve your goal?

 

18 Variations of questions that often arise in interviews:

Questions about the organization you want to join:

What do you know about the organization you will be joining?

In your opinion, what success factors do you need for someone to work here?

What are you looking for in work?

How can you contribute to this company?

What do you think the vision and mission of this organization?

 

19 Signs of an Interview Not Running Smoothly

The candidate speaks more than the interviewer

The interviewer's eyes continue to look at the clock / other objects around the interview room

The interview was very short

Candidates only answer the list of questions

Candidates talk too much about the bad company and the old boss

When the interview was closed, the interviewer just said thank you

 

20 Three Keys to Job Interview Success

Prepare Mentally

Pay attention to your attitude and verbal skills

Prepare important personal data

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