Read this before starting the preparation of an interview...

 First of all Congratulations to you, if you got a call for an interview. You have already made a half way. Now, you just need to showcase your skills and impress your interviewer to get in to your dream job.

In this post we are going to talk about interviews in general.. which will setup your mind while looking or preparing for any interview.

First tip is that you should not think about clearing just an interview rather think like if you want to work for that particular group what skills you should have? What exactly they need in you to work with them. What is there requirement? 

Now, the question is how will we get those answers? The answer is in the mail which you got from the HR. Look carefully for the "Job Description" in the mail which you got from the HR. If HR didn't send you please ask him/her. They will give you. You need to prepare for the topics they have written into the mail.

Now, You need to understand that 

"All Interviews Are Different". 

No one in this world can give you the exact set of questions that can be asked in any interviews. The reason is that there are multiple variables for an interview. We cannot predict for which Group you are giving interview or for which role? or For which requirement? or Who will be taking that interview and that particular interviewer would be in which mood? or From which collage you have studied and so on.. the list of variables are very long.

So, what are the constants? The answer is: There are few things like the process, Technologies, specific skills required for the particular group or role, HR related questions, behavioural questions etc.

There are few obvious questions you should be ready with the answers while going for an interview. The answer to these questions are already known to you but you need write it down to paper properly and memorize them. Yes, memorize them.

So, Let's see the type of obvious questions:

1. Introduce yourself or Can you tell me about yourself
2. Why do you want to join our company?
3. Why are you best fit for this position? or Why should we hire you?
4. Where are you seeing yourself after joining our company?
5. What is your expected salary?
6. How much is your notice period? (in case you are already working somewhere)

and so on... You can read a detailed set of obvious questions with their probable answers in this post : These Obvious and Commonly asked Interview Questions, you must prepare in advance

These questions are very easy. But answering them are little tough. So, take your time now, write down the answers on a piece of paper and memorize them.

Next tip is about the appearing for the interview. These are the few things you MUST do while appearing for any interviews

1. Keep a copy of resume and a pen with you.
2. Wear formal cloths. It should be neat and tidy. No fancy or glittering cloths.
3. Wear formal shoes.
4. Be confident.
5. Prepare well for "Introduce yourself". Do not waste too much time thinking at that time.

and so on. You can read a detailed set of Dos and Don'ts for Online & Offline Interviews in THIS POST.

Next tip is for now. I know you are nervous about this interview. You know what, you got an interview call, that itself is a good achievements. It is good that you are getting nervous now and taking the matter of interview seriously. You can read "How to looks confident and reduce nervousness in interview?".  Please understand that you got this chance for showcasing your skill which you were waiting since that long... Now, it's time to show them what actually you can do. What you have achieved so far in your career. What value you can bring for them if you will join their team. It's not only you that you want to work with them. They are also looking forward to work with you. Only the gap is that one interview session. Follow the tips, prepare well, be confident and show them who you are. In case, it doesn't go well, don't worry, the things you have learned will be used in next interview. Remember my friend, 

"No Learning Goes waste". 

 

All the very best. You can really do well.

How to start Preparing for an interview?

Do this before appearing for interview.

Interview preparation tips.