The guidelines that should be followed by the candidate for making an interview effective:
Interview is the most complex part of selection process. It should be properly planned so that effective results are obtained.
1. Selection of the Interviewer:
The most important element of interview process is the selector. An interviewer should be an experienced and knowledgeable person. He should fully understand the requirements of the job for which interview is being held.
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He will be able to assess the candidate only if he will be fully aware of such things and standards of performance expected in candidates.
2. Information about Applicant:
Before conducting an interview the interviewer should get as much information as is possible about the applicant.
This information will enable the selector to have any idea about the applicant’s background, educational qualifications, previous experience, etc.
3. Preparation for Interview:
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This step relates to the preparation of question plan. It should be decided as to what type of information should be asked from the candidate. It also helps in cross-checking of information already supplied by the candidate.
4. Making Candidate Comfortable:
The purpose of interview is to judge the knowledge and understanding of the candidate. He should be made comfortable by asking general questions. Once the candidate feels at ease then serious questioning should follow
5. Drawing out the Best:
The interviewer should try to draw cut best from the candidate. Every candidate may be tackled differently because personality traits, attitudes, communication skill are similarly found in all candidates. The interviewer should not feel lack of information about the candidate after the interview is over.
6. Concluding the Interview:
The interview should close at a friendly note. The candidate should not feel neglected or sidelined at the interview. When the candidate has left the interview room the interviewer should make a note of his impressions about him. The next candidate should be called only when the selector has recorded his assessment.