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Apart from replying to the questions asked by the interviewer, active participation of the candidate is a must in any interview process. But how can one ensure active participation?
Piyush Thapliyal, head of recruitment, Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd says there are quite a few ways through which a candidate can actively participate in an interview like asking questions, seeking clarifications, asking for information, sharing interesting examples/anecdotes etc. But what are the relevant questions that one must ask? “Queries regarding the size of team. What would be a typical working day in this role? etc could be asked,” says Sangeeta Lala, VP (Sourcing), TeamLease Services.
“The more senior the position, the more macro the questions become. For example size of the business, vision of the department/ organisation and the role that I am expected to play to reach there? Why isn’t this position being filled from someone within the company? How many people have held this job in the last three years? Etc could also be asked during an interview,” adds Lala.
According Suchismita Burman, head corporate HR, Infinite Computer Solutions (
Experts say that a candidate must do his/her homework well before appearing for the interview. Being prepared with a set of questions and asking those at appropriate time could be beneficial for the candidate. Many times asking questions is seen as a candidates keen interest in knowing about the organisation and working with them. “A part of preparation for active participation is to anticipate the kind of questions that interviewer could ask and understanding the ‘why’ behind the question. Speaking more or repeating oneself reflects lack of confidence or uncertainty on part of the candidate. It’s important to be attentive to and interpret the verbal/ non verbal cues of the interviewer. In case of uncertainty, its best to ask whether one has answered the question adequately or if the interviewer is looking for something else. It’s important to remember that active participation is also about the body language, tone, eye contact and personality displayed by the candidate,” says Burman. Lala suggests few pointers for candidates to keep in mind-research about the company and the opportunity, anticipate and rehearse tough questions, be familiar with the CV highlights, talk about skills and accomplishments ‘related’ to the employer’s needs, be clear about career direction, handle salary issues carefully etc.
How well you have prepared for the interview is a key determinant of your entry to the job. So be ready with your questions and find out if the job is right for you!
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