10 Proven Job Interview Tips 5 Group Interview Pt 2

Group Interview 2

We will talk about another kind of Group Interview.

This kind of group interview may include:

• 3 or more interviewers (Department Manager, HR Rep, 1 or more Current Employees)
• 1 job applicant
• Be prepared to answer a lot of questions from each person.
• Remember their names
• Ask a question to each one
• Create a Thank you letter ( 2 letters is suffice - 1 for HR & 1 for Manager & employees)

10 Proven Job Interview Tips 5 Group Interview Pt 1

Group Interviews: There are two types - We will discuss one type in this blog.


A Group Interview consist of three or more job applicants interviewing at once with one or more Interviewers.

Description:

• Several Applicants applying for same position (usually 4 - 7)
• The Hiring Manager/ HR Rep/ Lead Employee will be interviewing
• A spacious room/refreshments/chairs in a circle or around table
• Each applicant will get a chance to respond to a question
• Maybe broken into smaller groups or partnered o complete a scenario

Tips:

• Bring writing pad & pen
• Remember the interviewer's First & Last names & the other applicants first name
• Always try to be the first or second applicant to answer the questions
• If you are the last applicant to answer a question, listen to the others responses & try to make your response different.
• Keep responses detailed but short.
• Ask only 1 question at the end.
• Thank everyone including the other applicants.
• LISTEN LISTEN LISTEN with your eyes & ears! 

follow these steps & you will be called back for a 1 on 1 interview!

10 Proven Job Interview Tip 6 Punctuality

Make sure you arrive no more than 10 minutes early for a job interview. It gives you enough time to make a Postive Impression by arriving early and to get familiar with the Office staff.

Arriving too early can show negative eagerness & create a sense of urgency for the interviewer. Arriving exactly on time, doesn't allow a buffer in case there are any unsuspected delays.

10 Proven Job Interview Tip 7 References

Professional References

After your interview, make sure to have at least 4 Professional References

Here are some simple rules to follow:

• Only use previous Supervisors & coworkers (never family members)
• Make sure the references know that they will be contacted
• Typed on separate paper from resume
• Include their first & last name, title, name of company, email address & telephone number
• Only use people that will give you a positive review

Follow these tips & be prepared to land that 2nd interview!

10 Proven Job Interview Tips 8 Correspondence

Correspondence

There are several written correspondences that are ideal for use before & after your job interview.

Coverletter

• Highlights your skills for that particular job 
• Present it with your resume 
• States why you are interested in the job

Thank You Letter

• Thank the person or people with whom you interviewed 
• State the highlights of the company
• State the reason you are an asset to their company

10 Proven Job Interview Tip 9 Attire

Attire.

First Impression are Everything in a job interview! Abide by these simple rules.


Men

• Dark slacks (Navy or black)
• Collar Shirt (White, black or navy)
• Tie (solid color) optional
• Loafers or solid black canvas shoes
• Trim nails & facial hair

Women

• Dark slacks (Navy or black)
• Blouse (white) ( no cleavage )
• Blazer (Navy or black) optional
• Small earrings (little or no jewelry)
• Light makeup
• Small purse (optional)
• Flats or medium size heel
• Fragrance free perfume 

Follow these simple tips & be on your way to interview number 2

10 Proven Job Interview Tips 10 Research Company

Research the company that you are interviewing with, rather it via Internet or in person. Write down the following:

• Accomplishments of the company in recent years
• CEO & VP of the Company
• Company Mission Statements
• Questions that are pertinent to the company

Make sure to ask questions that leads to a two-way conversation about the company, not just typical information that are listed on their we page.