Prepare for Job Interview

So you've landed a job interview and are nervous about clearing it, follow the below guide and you shall be able to answer your interviewer's questions

1. Research the organization

Go to the website of the organization and try to gain as much information you can from About us, Vision, Mission, Values, Projects, etc. Check company reviews on websites like Glassdoor, Ambition Box, LinkedIn, Indeed, etc. You can also Google the company name to check reviews posted by previous or existing employees and clients. Check Financial Health from Investor Relations page on the company website or on Moneycontrol or similar websites. Even googling about financials for a company will help.

2. Prep the possible questions – and their answers

Read and re-read the job description for the role in question, it should give you a fair idea about what kind of questions could be asked about your abilities & experience. Make a list of the possible questions and jot down their answers, no need to be exact as the interviewer would be testing your knowledge and skills. Interview is not all knowledge & skills but also a screening of your personality, share your hobbies or interests that are relevant with the interviewer. It’s all of these things combined that will help to demonstrate why you are a good match for the job.

3. Research career progression and training opportunities

The role itself is one thing, but by broadening your research out a bit into how the role fits within the team or the company, this will give you a good understanding of what path you could possibly take within the business. This shows you’re thinking long-term and seriously about the role and it will also help you respond appropriately to questions about your future plans or ideal career progression, relating directly back to the company you are applying to.

4. Think of the questions you’d like to ask

During your research, you may have come across certain queries about the company, the owner/founder/CMD, the business, etc. Write them out as clear questions for the interviewer. This will help avoid awkward silence, when asked to put forth any questions you may have.

5. Mock interview

Practice interview in front of a mirror or with friends/family as this will help ease some of the nervousness and will be a huge help on the big day.

6. Revise through the notes

Its always better to go through the notes before going for the interview.

Below are some of the common interview questions that you can prepare for in advance -

1)?????Tell me something about yourself.

2)?????How did you hear about this position?

3)?????Why did you decide to apply for this position?

4)?????What are your biggest strengths?

5)?????What is your biggest weakness?

6)?????What do you know about this company/organization?

7)?????Why should we hire you?

8)?????What are your salary requirements?

9)?????What are you looking for in a new position?

10)??Are you considering other positions in other companies?

11)??What is the professional achievement you’re most proud of?

12)??What kind of work environment do you like best?

13)??Where do you see yourself in five years?

14)??Do you have any questions for us?

Below are some of the situational interview questions that you can prepare for in advance -

1)?????Why have you switched jobs so many times?

2)?????Why did you change your career path?

3)?????Why did you decide to leave your previous/current job?

4)?????Why is there a gap in your work experience?

5)?????Why were you fired?

6)?????How do you feel about working weekends or late hours?

7)?????How would your boss or coworkers describe you?

8)?????Do you have any serious medical conditions?

9)?????What would your first 30, 60, or 90 days look like in this role?

10)??Are you a team player?

11)??Are you a risk-taker?

12)??How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?

13)??Do you prefer hard work, or smart work?

14)??How quickly do you adapt to new technology?

15)??Do you have any interests outside of work?

16)??What do you think our company/organization could do better?

Below are some Common Behavioral Questions you can prepare for in advance -

1)?????Give an example of how you have handled a challenge in the workplace before.

2)?????Give an example of when you performed well under pressure.

3)?????Give an example of when you showed leadership qualities.

HOPE THE ABOVE HELPS.