Workshop on “Interviewing Skills” on 9th October, 2021
Interviews impart us an opportunity to build a personal rapport while having a professional conversation. Depending on the type of industry, interviews are organized for a variety of purposes including Recruitment, Performance Assessments and Prepare Informational Articles. Having a right skillset for the respective job designation is a major concern. Considering this, Corporate Resource Cell of Rai University, Ahmedabadorganized a workshop on “Interviewing Skills” on 9thOctober, 2021 in collaboration with Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Ltd.Mr.Dhanpat Jain(National Manager, Leadership Development)was our keynote speaker. He is having a corporate experience of more than 20 years. He talked on various aspects of improving skills for interview process andquestions asked normally in the interviews. He emphasized on 12 different fundamental pillars to perform well in an interview.
Domain Knowledge
Reasoning and Analytical Skills
Creativity
Emotional Maturity
Organized Approach
Initiative
Zeal for Excellence
Drive and Determination
Communication Skills
People Sensitivity
Situation Sensitivity
Mobility (Willingess to Relocate
He discussed about three important steps for preparation of interview.
(1) Know Yourself
Be very familiar with your resume
Be able to articulate your goals and strengths
(2) Have your sales pitch ready to go:
Relevant Experience
Your fit for the position
Include, if possible, one recent relevant accomplishment
Why you have applied for the position
(3) Know the company and specific job description:
No. of employees, culture, philosophy, news, challenges/opportunities
Primary & Secondary functions of job
Finally, He concluded the session by putting more importance on P.R.E.P.P which is
P – Prepare your intro
R –Review 3 to 5 skills about yourself that fit the position
E –Establish 6 to 10 examples to showcase yourself.
P – Prepare 3 to 5 questions for the interviewer.
P – Practice, Practice and Practice
