Discuss the best way to answer some of the standard and non-standard interview questions?
To answer standard questions in effective ways I think that you need to be able try to make your answers stand out from others because I’m sure that they hear the same sort of answers over and over if it is standard interview. For non-standard interviews I think the best way is to be you because in a case like this if it is non-standard I think that is what they are looking for. To really figure out who you are and what you can bring to the table so don’t hold back everything and show you are an individual like their interview style.
How to deal with phone interview and panel interviews?
Dealing with phone interviews I think you need to make sure to listen and not interrupt what the person is saying because it can be easily done and very irritating. And as far as panel interviews I think the best way to handle these is to act as relaxed as possible because to me they are really high stress, try to think of it as a group of people talking and make sure to look at every person in the panel not down which for me would be very tempting.
When is the time to talk about salary?
I think they best time to talk about salary would be if there is a second or third interview and if not once you are being offered the job on a first interview because if there is a second or third interview it is mostly a very good sign and you don’t want to waste yours or their time if they aren’t going to pay you enough and if there is only one interview I don’t really see any other time when you can considering because you don’t want it to be the first thing that you say.
-Jessica
Discuss the best way to answer some of the standard and non-standard interview questions?
Typical interview questions such as your background should be answered in a way that portrays your overall greatest strengths. With questions that ask about how you handled a difficult situation, you may want to answer by telling a straight to the point story that shows how you were able to diffuse or correct these altercations. Non-standard interview questions may often throw applicants of guard. The reason for this being to see how you react when put on the spot. Be prepared with quick responses to unexpected questions.
How to deal with phone interview and panel interviews?
Be prepared to think, dress, and act just as you would in a face to face interview. Just because you don’t have to physically show up doesn’t mean that it’s not just as important as the real thing. Speak clearly and steer clear of awkward silences. Be a responsive listener.
When is the time to talk about salary?
Questions about salary should not be asked until the job has been offered to you. You don’t want to give the wrong impression that you only want this position because of the money. Employers want to see that you have some interest in the job for which you have applied.
-Janelle
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When answering standard interview questions, I believe that it is important to answer them in a way that not only satisfies the question but also makes you stand out from the crowd. if you give just answers that blend in with everyone elses you aren't motivating the interviewer to be interested in you. The best way to respond to non-standard questions is to answer them in manner that you feel truly represents who you are. These non-traditional questions could be your chance to sell yourself to the possible employer.
ReplyDeleteI think to deal with phone interviews you need to stay positive and not sound monotone when you are answering the questions. Answer the questions in the same way you would in an interview in person. For panel interviews it is important that you give eye contact to everyone on the panel while you are talking. Don't just make it a one way conversation. engage all of your interviewers.
I think an appropriate time to talk salary is when you are being offered a position. I believe that asking about salary any sooner could lead the interviewer to believe that you are just motivated for a position because of its pay.
-Chris England-
I think the best way to answer standard questions is to give the same general answer an interviewer typically hears but at the same time put your own personal twist to it. I believe standard questions are asked because the interviewer expects a certain answer and there is nothing wrong with giving that general answer and at the same time adding a little more to it.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, non-standard interview questions should be answered uniquely. Non-standard questions are asked for a reason and interviewers want to try and get a different side of you rather than the plain boring person who is trying to land a job. They are trying to see what makes you unique and different from other candidates.
I think a good way to deal with phone interviews is to have a list of questions and answers written down on a note pad and key points you might want to address or bring up during the interview. It is important to be calm and patient and to sound confident and intelligent as well.
The salary question is very tricky and differentiates a lot between certain jobs and candidates. If you are eager to get a job and salary doesn’t make a difference whether you are going to take the job or not it might be best to wait until you have already gotten the job. However, if you have other jobs available and salary is a big factor in choosing between jobs, maybe the end of the first interview is a good time to bring up salary questions.
Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI think you made a great point when you said that it is important to listen and not interrupt the interviewer when he or she is speaking during a phone interview or any interview for that matter. That is a quick way to show disrespect and to lose a potential job.
Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that it is very important to stay calm during panel interviews as they can be very stressful. Being calm and collected can be crucial in any interviewing method especially face to face interviews and panel interviews.
As far as standard interview questions are concerned, I think that it is best to answer with what you think the employer would most like to hear while still being honest. I would relate it to a resume in the idea that it should be conservative but informative. You don't want to seem too bold and risk the employer not taking you seriously. Chances are if you think it sounds like the right thing, it probably is. Answers should be concise, yet you should be able to fully answer the question that was asked of you.
ReplyDeleteNon-standard interview questions should be unique to you in your answer. The interviewer wants to know something that will make you stand out and you should adequately tell them so while sounding thoughtful.
Phone interviews could be tricky I think. Although I have never participated in one, I think I could have trouble with it. The interviewer can't see you or analyze your body language so the confidence in your voice should be key in that type of scenario. Answering questions over the phone should be direct and sure while sounding very positive.
In my opinion, salary should not be discussed necessarily in the primary interview, but if you are called back, it should be mentioned so that both the employer and you have an idea of what the other is expecting. If it is an unrealistic scenario for either side, it will save both the company and the candidate time and grief from the situation.
Chris you brought up a great point concerning panel interviews. Eye contact is very important to show respect to an employer and by only making eye contact with one person on the interview panel, it could seem disrespectful to your other possible future superiors. Also, if you make eye contact with everyone, it will help to show that you are a team player, and that you are not only concerned with appealing to the most powerful person.
ReplyDeleteDavid, after reading your post and what you said about phone interviews, it really made me realize the importance of speaking skills. When you said that it was necessary to sound intelligent I really noticed that comment. To be articulate shows that you are educated and serious. Slang should be avoided so that the employer won't mistakenly (or maybe correctly) sense immaturity in the candidate. Good insight.
ReplyDeleteEmily i believe what you said about the standard interview questions is true as well. I agree that non-standard questions should be unique as well.
ReplyDelete-Chris England
David, I think your comment on phone interviews is a great idea. I also agree with salry being tricky. In one sense we would all like to know what the job has to offer as far as pay. The problem arises when we think about what the employer thinks about our inquiry.
ReplyDelete-Chris England