Job interview

Why are job interviews important?

• They are a formality
• They allow both the employer and the candidate to see if they are the right fit

• They are a way to get a free trip to the company's office
• They allow the employer to assess if the candidate is a good fit for the role and the company

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What types of job interviews are there?

• one-to-one, panel, group discussion

• Online, Offline, and Hybrid
• Easy, Medium, and Hard
• Morning, Afternoon, and Evening

How many people are in a panel interview?

• One interviewer

• one interviewer and one candidate

• one interviewer and two or more candidates

• two or more interviewers and one candidate

What is the advantage of a group discussion?

• It can be used to assess soft skills

• It can be used to make decisions quickly
• It can be used to avoid responsibility
• It can be used to hide individual inefficiency

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What can be a disadvantage of group discussions?

• Lack of chance to show relevant skills

• Enhanced creativity
• Diverse perspectives
• Increased understanding

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What are competency based questions about?

• ask about your skills and abilities

• ask about your job-related knowledge

• ask about your reaction in different situations

• ask about your drives and motivations

Which types of questions ask about your understanding of work processes?

• value-based questions

• competence-based questions

• technical questions

• motivational questions

What is a GOOD question to ask from the interviewer at the end of the job interview?

• What are the next steps in the interview process?
• How much will I get paid?
• Can I leave early on Fridays?
• Do you offer free food?

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How does the English saying go?

"You never have a ............................. chance to make the first impression."

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After finishing the interview it is a good idea to .......

• leave and never look back

• ask out the interviewer

• send a letter asking about the result

• reflect on the questions and answers

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