Job Interview

Assalamu'alaikum, halo gais tugas keempat aku kali ini aku kali ini membahas tentang materi job interview nih. Kalo kalian mau tahu lebih lanjut, baca blog ini sampai habis ya. Ngomong ngomong ada videonya juga, jangan lupa ditonton ya hehe. 

 Job Interview

1. Definition Job Interview 

A job interview is an interview consisting of a conversation between a job applicant and a representative of an employer which is conducted to assess whether the applicant should be hired.[1] Interviews are one of the most popularly used devices for employee selection.[1] Interviews vary in the extent to which the questions are structured, from a totally unstructured and free-wheeling conversation to a structured interview in which an applicant is asked a predetermined list of questions in a specified order structured interviews are usually more accurate predictors of which applicants will make suitable employees, according to research studies.

2. Expressions

1. Draw attention to your education and qualifications, or any formal training you may have received:

• I graduated from (university/college etc) in (the year)… 
• I studied at (university/college)… 
• I got a diploma in…. and then went on to study...

2. Focus on your work experience and your career so far:

• I worked for (company name) as a (job role)…
• I worked in (sector) for (period of time)…
• I was promoted to (job role)…
• I was responsible for...

3. Describe your best features and what motivates you:

• I am hardworking/ organised/decisive/patient/easy going/a team player/committed/focused/proactive and methodical.
• I am proud of...

4. Use intensifiers to make stronger statements:

• I am very organised and extremely focused.
• I am really good at showing initiative/presenting information/problem-solving/controlling budgets/achieving objectives/motivating colleagues/meeting deadlines/creating ideas.

5. Make sure you highlight your language skills:

• I have effective communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.
• I’ve been using English in my professional life for the past ……years.
• I’ve got a good grasp of the specialised English needed in this post/industry.

6. Include any technical expertise or projects that might be relevant to the role:

• I am very proud of (the last project I was involved in) because...
• I have (say how many years) experience working in (the sector)...
• I have worked in (sector) for...

7. If appropriate, talk about your background, where you are from, and where you grew up:

• I was born in (country) and grew up in (country).
• I relocated/moved to (country) when I was (age).
• I speak (number) languages.

8. If you are asked questions that test your technical skills, the STAR approach will help keep you focused on your answer. 

• When I worked for...I sold/set up/ created/implemented/controlled/managed/ designed...
• A good example that comes to mind is...

9. Demonstrate you can solve a problem:  

• A good example that comes to mind is...
• In my role as…. I was responsible for...

10. It is always a good idea to give examples of how you use your skills in a work setting:

• I was involved in several projects…
• I have managed a large number of projects over the years….
• I set up several new systems.
• I was responsible for implementing the new safety measures…

11. You may be asked to talk about how you’d like to develop and where you see yourself in the future:

• I would like to take on more responsibility.
• I’m looking to further my career.

12. Some interviewers may want to know what other interests you have outside of work. Here are a few suggestions:

• I like/love going to art galleries/museums…
• I like/love playing football/tennis…
• I watch a lot of...

13. Finally, ask the interviewer questions to find out if the job and the company is the right one for you. You could ask:

• Where do you see the company in 5 years?
• Can you describe the working culture of the organisation?
• Can you tell me more about the team I would be working in?

3. Interview Do's and Don'ts

Do's:

1. Prepare a complete, attractive resume that stresses your qualifications in a positive manner.
2. Get permission from people you plan to use as references.
3. Write an effective cover letter that really sells “you”
4. Fill out the application completely, accurately, ang legibly.
5. Use the completed resume as a reference for filling out the application.
6. Arrive for the interview a few minutes early.
7. Dress appropriately for the interview.
8. Go to the interview alone.
9. Bring resume, social security card, work permits, and licenses to the interview.

Don’ts:

1. Do not present a resume that was hastily put together or has typographical errors and smudge.
2. Do not use give inaccurate information.
3. Do not present an application that is unreadable or incomplete.
4. Do not arrive late for an interview.
5. Do not wear jeans, wrinkled clothing, or outrageous jewelry to an interview.
6. Do not overdo perfume or aftershave.
7. Do not take friends or family to an interview.
8. Do not act as if the receptionist and interviewer are doing you a favor by seeing you.
9. Do not forget your manners.

 4. Sample Job Interview Videos:

The video illustrates an HRD/company boss and prospective employees or job applicants. I made this video with Tiara Aisha. I play the role of HRD/boss and Tiara plays the role of a potential employee/job applicant.

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