Successful interview skills /
Rebecca Corfield [i.e. Tee].
- 4th ed.
- London : Kogan Page, 2006.
- vi, 121 p. ; 22 cm.
Previous ed.: 2002.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 119-121) and index.
1. The Interview process:- What is an interview?--Types of interview--Other assessment methods--Why do interviews take place?--What happens in an interview?--What are interviews about?--What leads to success in interviews?--2. What employers are looking for:- Providing proof that you are the right candidate--The most common mistakes--De-mystifying the interview--Stressing your contribution--3. Planning and preparation:- Importance of planning and preparation--Your view of yourself--How you see the employer--Research--Analysing the job--How to find out more--Areas of likely questioning--Mind the gap!--Covering up your weak spots--Maximising your strengths--Golden rules---Which questions to ask--4. Creating the best impression:- The importance of presentation--Creating a positive first impression--Appearance--Behaviour--Confidence--Positive mental attitude--The journey--Voice--Controlling nerves--5. Making a presentation:- Giving a presentation--Types of presentation--Preparing a presentation--Rehearsing your presentation--Using visual aids--6. Answering interview questions:- Examples of interview questions and answers--Dealing with tricky situations--Internal vacancies--Money--7. Bringing it all together:- Step-by-step checklist--Learning from experience--Other sources of help
Written for a wide audience, 'Successful Interview Skills' contains invaluable advice and techniques on everything from what to wear to dealing with troublesome situations during job interviews.