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At the interview Part 2

Administrator — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 18:50:15 +0000

- Be optimistic. Avoid saying anything negative – about yourself, your current or previous colleagues, current or previous employers and the company you are talking to and don’t allow any cynicism to creep in. companies do not need more gloom in their establishments.

- Emphasize your strengths. Talk about projects and achievements of which you are proud. Accentuate on them but do not push too aggressively.

- Listen carefully, show interest and use what you find out. Feed back to the interviewers what they want and try to use the same key words and style of language that they used to demonstrate that you have listened and understood. A positive and genuine observation on the working environment is usually appreciated.

At the interview tips Part 1

Administrator — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 18:49:32 +0000

First impression lasts! Make good use of this one opportunity. Be sure to appear professional and be dressed appropriately.

Nerves. Preparation, planning and practice are good for the nerves. Try not to rush and take time to think before you answer. An interviewer will like the fact that you are providing answers that are thought through and not ‘off the shelf’ responses. Remember every interview is a stepping stone and you can learn from them even if you are not offered the job.

Be reminded that it’s a two-way process. It is as much an opportunity for you to determine if the company/role is right for you as it is for the company to appraise you.

Be optimistic. Avoid saying anything negative – about yourself, your current or previous colleagues, current or previous employers and the company you are talking to and don’t allow any cynicism to creep in. companies do not need more gloom in their establishments.

Before the interview Tips Part 2

Administrator — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 18:48:46 +0000

- Practice interviews with a friend and ask them to use some of the questions you have written down. If you are more accustomed to the questioning, you will feel at ease in the interview and need not fret.

- Think about your weaknesses. Would you be prepared to disclose as an area of your experience/skill that is currently lacking? Be optimistic and transform your down to up, e.g. a stepping stone for you to develop even further.

- Plan your journey ahead. Make sure you arrive on time, unhurried and relaxed. No matter how genuine the reason, a late arrival is a negative tick on his clipboard. On the day itself, make sure you provide a contact number for the interviewer so that if a delay is unavoidable, you can in the very least give him an advance warning.

Before the interview Part 1

Administrator — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:48:00 +0000

- Find out about the company before you attend an interview. Research company literature, website, etc. and ask questions from colleagues and/or past and present employees. Prepare/ask questions about their organization at the interview. This makes you look well-informed of in the area of the company.

- Write down all the possible questions an interviewer might ask from you. Get somebody to help in prepare sample questions and answers.

- Make a list of points you want to make that will sell you to the company. Specify the points clearly and make sure the interviewer understands you. Be prepared to talk about specific achievements when called for. Do not go through by reading your CV.

Behavioral Questions

Administrator — Mon, 10 May 2010 21:16:09 +0000

In banking interviews, there is no shortage of questions. You will be asked a lot so that the interviewer may assess your qualifications; therefore, it is important that you are well prepared. All questions should be dealt with in a positive way. The company will get you when they can see that you have what they are looking for. Some sample questions are written below:

Do you think you have leadership quality?

Can you explain when did you show leadership?

Have you think you can perform well in a group?

What is your most noted accomplishment?

What are your positive traits or strengths?

What are your negative traits or weaknesses?

What you can do for the company others people can’t?

Explain an example when you had a personal conflict and how you resolved it?

Tell a time when you had an ethical dilemma and how you resolved it.

What type of person do you find difficult to get along with?

Politeness Counts

editor — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 06:21:32 +0000

Being in an interview gone bad should be turned into a driving force to motivate you further and most applicants forget politeness when they do their exit. Doing your exit from a failed interview, it is only prudent that you express thanks for the time and effort they have put into your interview even if it has gone the other way for you. That way, you can leave a good impression should you again give it another try with the same firm most importantly with the same people.
Though rare, a second time round application may work should your employer be impressed by the way you handled the situation in the past. A cool head should be norm and due respect given so as not to give the wrong impression from the beginning. It also reflects good character and who knows, they might even reconsider your application after they have exhausted the rest. With more and more people looking for jobs and with fewer openings, it truly is becoming a cut-throat business just to get yourself a job you deserve.

Finance Related Banking Interview Questions

Administrator — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 21:11:45 +0000

Another set of banking interview questions that you will encounter are made of the following questions:

If you could buy one stock today, what would it be and why?

Can you explain the effect of rising interest rates on the United States economy?

What are the main issues ABC Company has to face before entering a given industry (Porter framework)?

Explain the techniques you use to value firms?

What do you mean by cost of capital?

When do you use a WACC versus a cost of equity?

These are no simple questions and someone who’s got knowledge will be able to answer them with all confidence.

Interview Tips Part 1

Administrator — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 21:46:56 +0000

Whether you’re vying for a financial or a banking vacancy, the interview will be the ultimate deciding factor as to whether you get that job or does it goes to someone else. A careful and calculated interview preparation is of utmost importance to success. As the old saying goes, think before you act. All people, whether they accept it or not, need help in preparing for an interview. After all, you’re not just competing against a mere 4 or 5 people. In the real world, job hunting is a war. The prize being hunted for is the job and a hundred, maybe even more, will do whatever it takes to get the prize.