Interview

First, you must always remember that “Interview is just like make new friends”. Interview is a matching process of a vacancy and an individual who is capable of carry out the job. Whenever the interviewer ask any question, he or she is interested to know if you and capable and interested to take up the vacancy.

Second, be sincere. No matter you are really interested in the interview offer or not, speak up your thoughts. This means if you don’t feel like considering the interview offer at all, speak to the recruiter at least one day earlier, so that he or she may help you in the other way, such as recommending you another vacancy or thank you for not wasting each others time. Answer the questions asked by interviewer sincerely. If you cannot accept a job that requires you to be on call 24/7, say no. There is no need to commit if you cannot make it.

Third, ask questions! Interview is about getting to know each other, when it is your turn to ask questions, don’t lose it. Take the opportunity to know more about the work nature, people, environment.

Last but not least, do not talk about the salary expectation unless it is brought up by the interviewer. Usually the expected salary should be picked up by the recruiter prior entering the interview process. If your salary expectation is too high, the recruiter should have informed you earlier. Stick to the reason for what you are asking for if you think you worth it.

 

Are you ready?

Things to reflect before an interview:

1. Do a self research and list down 20 questions any typical interviewer would ask.
   Examples:
1. Why do you leave your previous company?
2. How do you see yourself fit into this job?
3. What is your five year plan?
4. ...
2. Try to answer those questions with a sincere manner.
3. List down 10 questions that you concern about the vacancy or company.
4. Share them with your close friend to get feedbacks.

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