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Job-Seeking Skills Resources: Job Interview Skills

Interview Myths

Which of the following abilities are important in job interviews?

1	A candidate will not be invited to an interview unless the employer sees a match between the job requirements and his/her credentials.	Agree Disgree It depends

2	An interview requires skills beyond technical writing, education, experience and ability.	Agree Disgree It depends

3	It is not possible to anticipate the questions that will be asked at an interview.	Agree Disgree It depends

4	Many interviewers make up tdeir minds about the suitability of an applicant in the first minutes of an interview.	Agree Disgree It depends

5	Candidates must be prepared to sell tdemselves at interviews if tdey want an offer.	Agree Disgree It depends

6	An interview is an opportunity for the candidate to reiterate his/her accomplishments and experiences mentioned in the résumé.	Agree Disgree It depends

7	A candidate should follow the latest fashion trend and dress smartly for an interview.	Agree Disgree It depends

8	A candidate should not ask questions because it indicates that he/she has not done any research on the company.	Agree Disgree It depends

Many applicants go through the following steps in preparing for a job interview. Can you arrange them in a logical order?

Anticipate the questions that may be asked.
Evaluate your talents, skills and experience and decide how well they match the job and the company needs.
Rehearse the interview.
Think about questions you might want to ask.
Research the company.
Find out what the job entails.

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What's most important is to sell yourself by identifying qualifications, training, and experience that are relevant to the job!

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Researching on the company and the position
Analysing yourself - your personality, skills, work experience and other qualities.