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akosivintot 29th May 2011, 17:37

1. Tell me about yourself.
2. What did you most enjoy about your last job?
3. How would your colleagues or supervisor describe you?
4. What can you offer us that other people cannot?
5. What about this job attracts you? What is unattractive?
6. How long do you see yourself with us?
7. How would you describe an ideal working environment?
Standard interview questions might not seem difficult, but your answer to each should be polished and sharp. Craft responses and
practice them before your interview so that they roll off your tongue when you face the interviewer. Effective responses answer
questions honestly, positively, and briefly, highlighting important qualities and accomplishments that are relevant to the position
at hand. Give examples to illustrate and corroborate your statements when possible. Your responses should work together,
making connections between what you have previously done, the available position, and your goals.
Tell me about yourself.

Ineffective: I am a hard-worker who is good with numbers. After I worked as a financial analyst for a few years, I decided to go to
law school. I just finished and now am looking for a new challenge.
Effective: I began developing skills relevant to financial planning when I worked as a financial analyst for three years. In that role,
I succeeded in multiplying the wealth of my clients by carefully analyzing the market for trends. The return on the portfolios I
managed was generally 2% more than most of the portfolios managed by my company. My initiative, planning, and analytic skills
were rewarded by two promotions. As the manager of a team, I successfully led them to develop a more efficient and profitable
strategy for dealing with new accounts. My subsequent training in the law, including tax law and estate law, gives me an informed
view of what types of investments and charitable gifts would be most advantageous for your clients.
What did you most enjoy about your last job?

Ineffective: I liked lots of things-the people, the challenge, the rewards. Sometimes we had to work long hours, but it always
seemed to pay off.
Effective: Of the many things that I enjoyed, I would say that the strategic aspects of my job most energized me. I liked setting
concrete performance goals for myself and finding ways to meet them. I similarly enjoyed analyzing markets for trends and
identifying when would be the most beneficial time to enter or withdraw from certain funds. When I was a manager, my team and
I developed a new approach to accounts that became a standard for the company. Strategizing gave my work a sense of tangible
direction and accomplishment.
How would your colleagues or supervisor describe you?

Ineffective: I guess they would say that I am a hard worker who is successful.
Effective: My supervisor and colleagues have described me as a dependable worker. My supervisor has appreciated that I
prioritize tasks and manage my responsibilities so that she can rely on me. My bosses tell me I have a sixth sense for markets and
I learn new information and procedures quickly. These skills account for my two promotions in three years. My boss was also
impressed by how I was able to lead my team.
What can you offer us that other people cannot?

Ineffective: I have a unique combination of skills. I also really want the job.
Effective: I have a track-record of multiplying wealth through investments and developing strategies with teams. Since I have a
JD, I also know what legal parameters and loopholes affect families and individuals planning their finances. My CFA training not
only shows that I will succeed in the CFP courses, but also gives me a broader view of why financial plans work as they do. Since I
am organized and self-motivated, I will add value to the company without requiring much tending and supervision.
What about this job attracts you? What is unattractive?

Ineffective: I like that it is in the field I am targeting. I don't like the commute that it will require.
Effective: As I evaluate my skills and goals, this job maximizes on both. I will be able to merge my knowledge of law and markets
while strategizing for the sound financial future of clients. Since this is a small company, I imagine that there will be opportunity
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for increased responsibilities and challenges. I share the values of the company. I am not eager to do much data processing, but
the position is very attractive.
How long do you see yourself with us?

Ineffective: I don't want to make any hasty commitments, and I like to keep my options open. Maybe I will be here for one year,
maybe for five. It depends.
Effective: I see myself here as long as we both think that I am contributing to the vitality of the company while still being grown
through challenges.
How would you describe an ideal working environment?

Ineffective: A laptop and cell phone on a beach sound ideal to me. Short of that, I would like an environment in which I am able
to work as I please, without much supervision.
Effective: It is important to me that my company has clear objectives and strives for success. Similarly, I like having colleagues
whom I admire for their skills and perspectives. When communication is clear between colleagues, our energy becomes synergy.
In addition, I find that I flourish when given discretion after having gained the trust of my supervisor.

Below is some dificult questions during Interview
1. What are your weaknesses?

2. Why did you leave your last job?
3. How do you deal with criticism?
4. Where do you see yourself in ten years?
5. How do you deal with authority?
6. What do you think of your previous manager?
7. What is the riskiest thing you have ever done?
Be confident and speak with a clear and convincing voice. Don't panic and squirm uncomfortably. As you prepare responses before
the interview, consider what information the questions seek: are there ways in which you would be a liability to the company? If
the company invests in you, what kinds of things would it need to overcome? Are you the kind of person who can deal with things
when they get rough, or are you pure gloss?
In answering sensitive questions, make sure that your answers are honest, but reassuring. Use tact and choose your words
carefully so that you show respect for other people in your responses. You should usually use understatement in your reply to
sensitive questions. When people hear something bad, they tend to focus on it in a way that is out of proportion to its significance
in everyday life. If you say that you are not always organized, the interviewer could imagine your desk with papers strewn
everywhere and deadlines missed. But in reality your conception of disorganization might look a lot like the interviewer's
conception of organization. In addition, most of the interviewer's questions could be answered honestly in a variety of ways. You
want to choose the version of the truth that is most appealing and sensitive--the version that helps support your main message.
What are your weaknesses?

Overemphasized: I am not a good manager.
Avoidant: I always get my work done on time. When other people drop the ball, sometimes I get frustrated with them.
Effective: I prioritize continual growth and improvement. An area on which I would like to focus is managing others who have
different expectations from me. What needs to be done in order to complete responsibilities is intuitive for me, so I am learning
how to give better direction to others who are not self-motivated.
Why did you leave your last job?

Vague and negative: Law always interested me, and I was looking for a new challenge. I thought it would be a good time to go to
law school. Besides, I had gotten frustrated with the lack of support I felt at work.
Dangerous: In the end, my manager and I could not get along. He was driving me crazy and I needed to leave.
Effective: As I succeeded in financial analysis, I became increasingly interested in broader issues of managing money. I wanted to
understand how legal regulations and individuals' goals affect decisions about how to manage money. When I gained entrance to
my top choice in law school, I seized the opportunity to infuse my financial training with legal knowledge.
How do you deal with criticism?

Disrespectful: When I remember the source, I usually realize that the other person is in no position to criticize me.
Unbelievable: Criticism does not bother me at all.
Effective: Criticism is vital to my continued growth, and I welcome constructive criticism that helps a team operate better together
or produce better results. It is important to me to understand where my critic is coming from so that I know how to apply the

feedback.
Where do you see yourself in ten years?

Dismissive: Living in a boat off the coast of Bermuda.
Exploitative: I hope to have gained enough skills here to start my own company.
Scattered: In ten years, I imagine that I will want a change of scene. One of my long-term interests has been ecological
protection, and I can see myself working as a spokesman for a lobbyist organization. First, though, I need to make some money
and I want to contribute to your company.
Effective: In ten years, I endeavor to have refined my strategic and client relations skills. I intend to be a leading expert in estate
planning. After having proven myself as a senior manager, I hope to help shape the strategic direction of estate planning services.
I could do this in any number of official roles. The important thing is that I will continue contributing my abilities in a challenging
and rewarding environment.
How do you deal with authority?

Concerning: I think it is important to question authority from time to time.
Frightening: In my last job, there was a time when my boss made a financial decision that I knew would be abysmal. I went
directly to his superior to explain the problem. His superior agreed that I was right, and my boss had to alter his plan.
Effective: Respect is very important to me. As an employee, I try to respect my boss not only by following her guidance, but also
by seeking her guidance. When a trusting relationship is formed, I have often found that my bosses have appreciated concerns or
options that I raised to them. They know that I support them, and I know that they respect me.
What do you think of your previous manager?

Evasive: She did her job fine. She was a pretty nice person.
Disrespectful: She knew her stuff, but she did not give my colleagues or me any real guidance. It is like we were fending for
ourselves. She rarely stood up for us either. I do not really think she should be a manager.
Effective: My previous manager had excellent technical skills and was very agreeable as a colleague. I would have liked more
support from her at times, but her hands-off style meant that I had to become resourceful in problem solving and negotiating with
colleagues.
What is the riskiest thing you have ever done?

Too much information: My wife and I conceived our first child in front of the police department.
Dangerous judgment: I play chicken with trains.
Effective: The greatest calculated risk that I have taken was to launch my own internet company. My idea was solid, but I knew
the market was volatile. Even though the venture ended, my investment of time and money paid off in terms of the skills,
perspectives, and contacts that I made through the process. I feel like I matured-rather than aged-ten years during that time.

Below is some tips for Interview
. Be punctual
. Introduce yourself in a courteous manner and remember to smile,smlile smile!
. Read company materials while you wait.
. give a firm handshake.
. Use body language to show interest.
. Smile, nod, give nonverbal feedback to the interviewer.
. Ask about the next step in the process.
. Thank the interviewer.
. Write a thank-you letter to anyone you have spoken to.

Preparing for an Interview
When you receive that call:
So you just got a call from a company requesting you for an interview, what do you say then? Well here are a few tips you can
use to help you. Firstly you can ask for the name of the person who called you. Then find out the time and date and place. Next
you can ask who your interviewer will be and will it be a single one to one interview or will there be a group of people interviewing
you. Next you can also find out more about the interviewing process.

In case you can't remember what position you applied for (you've just graduated and sent out like 50 applications), you can
always ask more about the position you are going to be interviewing for. Sometimes the interview may not be for the position you
are applying for. For example you might expect a different type of working environment when applying for a job called
"Management Trainee" which in reality could be almost anything. It is good to find out beforehand so that you can properly
prepare.
So here is a list of questions you should ask:

- Time and date of interview
- Location, if unsure ask for a map
- Name of interviewer
- Group or single individual
- More details about position you are interviewing for
- How is the interview process like? IQ Test?
- How many rounds of interviews required?
- If you are currently working and you would need time to obtain leave, tell the person that you may require a re-schedule.
What to bring:
1) Copies of your resume

Bring a few, because sometimes there might be more than one person interviewing you and you could distribute a copy of your
resume to them right before the interview session. I have personally seen three interviewers sharing a copy of my resume and
then trying to pass it around to another interviewer.
2) Copies of your degree, certificates, transcripts, reports, thesis

Bring copies of your degree, certificates and academic transcripts. I would advice that you make a few copies of them and staple
them together. Then it would be easy to give it to HR rather than you trying to sort it out in front of them.
Another option is to bring a copy of your thesis or report from your university days. Most employers may not be bothered with it
but you never know. The best I have seen was someone who binded her report nicely with hard leather covers and had gold
coloured letterings printed on it. It looked really professional.
If you are in the media and art line then a portfolio of your work would be more suitable. Maybe even video presentations.
3) Original documents
Do not forget to bring all original documents to allow the HR recruiter to verify the authenticity of your copies. Keep them in a
clear folder for easy viewing. Try not to jumble them up together and put them in the same order as the copies you passed to HR.
It shows a little bit of organizational skills you might have and a exhibit a little professionalism.
4) Pen and notebook

You would need a pen to fill out the application forms and also a notebook to take simple details or do simple calculations if you
were asked IQ questions. Bring a couple of pens in case one runs out of ink.
5) Bag
With all the items mentioned above, you definitely need a bag to carry your stuff around especially if you do not have your own
means of transportation. Believe it, its not easy juggling 3 folders while being cramped up in the LRT at 7.30am in the morning.
Bring along a smart looking bag, nothing too fancy and nothing too rugged and out of place. It depends on the environment of the
company you are applying to.
What to wear:
For any interview, an ironed out shirt and tie together with slacks and formal work shoes should do. If you are very particular,
make sure that your belt matches with your shoe colours. Refrain from wearing bright colour socks. Oversized clothes are not
preferred especially pants. It's good to bring a comb to the interview because you never know when a strong gust of wind might
just mess up your hair on the way to the interview. Also try not to wear a jacket or coat as it may be too formal here in Malaysia.
If you are attending one overseas, then it might be necessary.
Here are some tips I've taken from another thread:
Men
Long-sleeved shirt and dark slacks. White is still the safest and the best color for shirts. The colour is also appropriate for our
tropical weather. Also acceptable: pale shades such as beige, blue, and other pastels. Tuck in the shirt and do not roll up the
sleeves. Never wear a short-sleeved shirt to an interview or any business purpose. Wearing a short-sleeved shirt will destroy your
executive image.
Ties. Optional. But if you do wear one, choose a conservative pattern. Solids, small polka dots, diagonal stripes, small repeating
shapes, subtle plaids and paisleys are all acceptable.
Belts. Belts should match your shoes. Those with smaller buckles with squared lines look more professional.
Socks. Black socks are the best, followed by blue or gray, depending on your attire. Never wear white socks! Check your sock

length, too--no skin should show when you sit down or cross your legs.
Shoes. Black or burgundy leather shoes with laces on them, because tassel loafers are very casual. Other suitable colors are
brown, cordovan and navy.
Hair. Keep neat, short and preferably parted on the side. And shave off all those facial hair.
Jewellery. Wear no or little jewellery. The watch and wedding ring are the only acceptable pieces of jewellery to go with the male
attire. Thin gold or leather-strapped watches look professional but not digital watches. Also, avoid political or religious insignias,
necklaces or bracelets. Definitely no pierced body parts, and cover up your tattoos!
Accessories. As much as possible, use leather briefcases or folders to hold copies of your resume. Use narrow briefcases and avoid
plastic folders and plastic ball pens as they are out of place.
Since I am a guy I would need some feedback in regards to women's clothes worn during interview. I know for sure that smart
looking work attire such as a business suit is well suited especially pants and a jacket. You should refrain from wearing those
super short mini-skirts. You never know if the interviewer might be a guy or a girl
Ladies, remember not too much make-up. You are not auditioning for a play at the local kabuki theater.
Women
Three-piece business suits, blouse and skirt or slacks, and cardigan twin-sets. Sleeveless shirts should be rejected. Short-sleeved
blouses are okay when they are tailor-cut or have features such as a sports collar or double breast design to create a business-like
look. Skirts can either be long provided it does not create a Cinderella or barn-dance look or short where it falls no shorter than
two inches from the knee. Nothing too revealing, please!
Panty-hose or stockings. A must for professional grooming, but nothing with overly fussy patterns. Bring an extra pair, just in
case the ones you are wearing run.
Shoes. Closed shoes or pumps with at least 1-inch heels suggest a more professional look. Dark colors are best.
Hair. Hair longer than shoulder length should be worn up or pulled back. Don't let it fall in front of your face and don't keep trying
to fix it during the interview. Avoid large hair ornaments and trendy hairstyles.
Make-up. Be subtle; natural is the key word. Light shades of lip coloring and nail polish are recommended."
Jewellery. Be conservative. Studs of gold, silver or pearls are best. Do away with gaudy fashion jewellery, and those that clank
and make noise when one moves.
Accessories. Folders and bags should blend well with the total professional look. Women should match their purse with their shoe
colour.
For Both Men and Women
Don't wear too much perfume or cologne or it might end up distracting the interviewers. Also don't put on hand cream that is very
oily before shaking their hands as well. Make sure that you wash your hands before attending the interview. Imagine that you are
the interviewer, you shake the interviewee's hands and your hands get oily. The only thing I will be doing throughout the
interview would be thinking that I should wash my hands or not touch anything such as my tie or shirt or blouse or dress.

What to prepare:
Read up about the company before attending the interview. Find out as much as you can about it, its current financial situation,
locations around the world, work culture, company aims and objectives, the company vision, values and more. A good way is to
ask people who are currently working in them or another alternative is to use Google. Most companies might have a company
website which provides all of that which is good. Try learning and remembering about the company's history, it helps to impress
your interviewer that you took the time to learn about the company. Sometimes you can check the company's latest press release
and bring it up as a conversation piece with the interviewer.
Usually if you are applying for a technical position, then prepare yourself by reading up some of your past lecture notes and try to
recall what you have learned in university. Of course that would be almost impossible to remember everything so just study the
ones that are related to the job you are applying for. For example if you are applying for a position that is related to marketing,
then reading up on your marketing notes would be the first priority.
Even if you are applying for a position that is not related to your field of study, there are plenty of libraries out there as well as the
internet to learn as much as you can. It's better to be prepared than not to be at all. A good example would be engineering
students who are applying for a management trainee position at a bank. You definitely didn't learn any banking skills during
lecture so do your research!

Most interviews would require you to give them a brief explanation about your past experiences in extra curricular activities and
this is a great opportunity for you to shine with your previous involvement. Some of the very standard questions would be,
"Explain a situation where you were in a tight spot" or "Explain a situation where you showed leadership skills". The answers to
these questions should always be ready in your mind and by giving out a detailed account of your experiences, it would greatly
help you to show your leadership skills as well as give a good impression to the interview as you had prepared for this interview.
A good way to answer these types of questions is to first slowly map out the entire situation first and then identifying key
incidences such as when you stood up and led the team in certain situations or when you took charge of part of the project or
even contributed ideas of change.
Some interviewers would just ask the question and then let you answer them but I had experienced some who kept asking in
detail about the situation. For example, I mentioned that I called a certain someone to discuss about the project. The interviewer
then asked me, "How was the guy's reaction when you called him?", "Did you think that he had confidence in your judgment?"
and "How long did the conversation last?". It was that detailed. So don't try and bullshit your way through it.
Be honest and always tell the truth, interviewers will know when you are trying to bullshit your way into the job. It is ok if your
situation is not as spectacular as how you would imagined it would be, sometimes it just about how you present yourself or how
well you can communicate it to your interviewer is what that counts.
Lastly, find out simple things like who is your interviewer, what position does he/she holds, how many interviewers will there be,
how many stages would you have to go through in order to obtain the position and ask. Do not be afraid to ask.
What to do while waiting:
Arriving around 15minutes earlier should be enough time for you to settle down and relax a little. Some HR recruiters will then ask
you to fill out some application forms or even provide you with some questionnaires or tests. Another time the interviewer might
be late because he/she could be caught up with some important work.
How you spend your time right now is crucial before the interview. The first thing you can do right now is to calm your mind and
relax. A calm mind allows you for quick thinking and answering. Another thing is to be as observant as you can. Look around to
see if there are any company posters or posters that try to encourage people. These posters, believe it or not, can help give you
that extra edge in the interview.
For example, I sit in the HR waiting room waiting for my interviewer to arrive. I see posters such as "Company Motto: To strive
for excellence" or "There is no I in Team" or even the company vision or tag-lines such as "Excellence, Performance, Efficiency"
and more. Instead of just looking at them, I can use them in my interview. I could tell my interviewer that I work hard and strive
to excel in anything I undertake. Also I could say that team work is extremely important and that it brings out high performance
and efficiency.
Another thing you can do is try to evaluate the working environment and observe as much as you can. Another example is that I
noticed one company was using VoIP phones and I started a conversation with the interviewer about that after the interview
session and we had a few good laughs and thoughts regarding the technology and all.
While waiting for the interviewer to arrive or if you are waiting in the hall or at the reception, take this time to go to the toilet to
relieve yourself as well as check your outward appearance. You can also practice your smile while checking your teeth to see if
there are any unwanted stains or food leftovers lingering about those gaps. Take a breath check as well, it is good to have some
gum or mint candy handy especially before interviews.
This is also a good time for you to turn off your mobile phone.
What to do during the interview:
During the interview, you should always remember to shake your interviewer's hand when entering and always have a smile on
your face. Creating a pleasant outlook of you is important. If there is more than one interviewer, take the time to shake hands
with each of them and introduce yourself to them. Always give a firm handshake as it shows that you are confident and secure. A
weak handshake can be misconstrued as someone who lacks confidence in themselves or indecisive. Then again, don't break their
hands while shaking it.
Do not sit down until the interviewers tell you so or ask them politely whether if you could take a seat. Most probably the
interviewers will ask you to have a seat upon entering the room.
Always keep eye contact, sit up straight and be attentive. Eye contact is very important and for those of you who cannot talk to a
person and look them straight in the eye, you better start practicing. Make eye contacts not stares.
It is also important to switch between the interviewers (>1 interviewers) so that none will feel offended. When making eye
contact, try to focus on one eye, switching between eyes of that same person gives a nervous impression. If you are the type that
is afraid to look someone in the eyes, you can always look at the areas near the eyes, such as the nose. Practice with friends
before the interview.
On the hand shaking part, gives firm and powerful grip. However on some occasions, initiating a hand shake with a future
employer might be bad by giving an aggressive impression.

If you look away when speaking to someone, you're viewed as lacking confidence or interest.
When answering questions, answer in a clear and easily understandable manner. Try not to beat around the bush, get to the point
straight. For example, you can take about 2-3 minutes describing a certain scenario, once explaining the key points you can
always ask, "would you like to hear more?" or "Did I give you enough detail?". Good interview sessions are all about giving and
taking. It's never easy to just constantly talk about yourself all the time while the interviewer is busy doing something else.
Asking questions will draw the interviewer out to speak a little which is good.
Its good to ask questions, ask about the company, ask about the interviewer and how his view of the company is, ask about the
job position, ask about the work environment, just ask. It shows that you are very curious about the company and that you have
the initiative to ask questions. Most employers would prefer employees that ask a lot of questions and not the type that just sit
down quietly being dumb.
When taking the time to think about an answer, try not to just keep quiet and still. Instead portray an appearance that shows you
are thinking and trying to remember. Observe how your interviewer carries himself/herself and try to pick up a few good points
from it.
Think of the interview as if it were your first date. Sometimes it is human nature to defend ourselves and during interviews, when
bombarded with "killer" questions, we might come up and be all defensive about ourselves which could cost you the job itself. On
your first date, you would never want to offend your date would you? Instead you are trying to sell yourself, about how good you
can be in a relationship. This works the same for an interview.
Remember, be natural. When you perform unnaturally, it gives the interviewer a feeling that you're nervous and not confident.
In the case where you have more than one interviewer, make sure you direct your comments to all of them. You never know
who's the one who actually makes the hiring decision. So treat them all as equally important even though they may be the one
sitting quietly but observing you. There are instances where technical people will always ask the questions while HR might just sit
quietly behind observing you.
Do not be a know-it-all during the interview. Learn when to quit bragging or talking too much. Take time to listen to the
interview/s as well. If your skills are really good, what you share (those with true and proper substance) will be able to help you
do the job in impressing the interviewer.
What to do: post interview:

After some comments by people and my friend who works in the HR line, it is good to leave a thank you message either by email
or maybe a simple message to your interviewer. Its the same as a smile, a simple gesture could really make someone's day and
wouldn't you want your interviewer to be happy when evaluating your application?
Mistakes Made During the Interview:

1. This happened during my interview with a semiconductor company based outside of KL. They asked if I applied to other
companies based in KL and they asked if I were offered a job in KL would I take it. Being my first interview and being naive and
honest, I said yes. Thanks to that I didn't get the job.
2. Some interviews are in a few stages, 2-3 interviews. I didn't really give a good answer during my first interview but although I
managed to get a second one, I answered the 2nd interviewer differently to the same generic question (Why this particular
company?). I didn't get the job and I have a big feeling its due to the fact that my answers were not consistent.
akosivintot 2nd Jun 2011, 16:29

up :D
juststokherz 2nd Jun 2011, 17:10

nise thread ts..very informative ito lalo na sa mga naghahanap ng trabaho..
shinive 4th Jun 2011, 09:59

Bookmarked! thanks ts! ;)
silvency 6th Jun 2011, 12:45

Tnx for sharing ts.
bunso28 6th Jun 2011, 13:53

nice magagamit ko ito in the future thanks ts

scholarz247 6th Jun 2011, 13:54

:nice:
:thanks: po dito.. Rereviewhin ko to...
sire_christian03 6th Jun 2011, 14:19

Thanks ts for sharing a very informative info. :salute: keep it up!
zinloos 6th Jun 2011, 16:53

nice one bossing...very informative... thanks :clap:
akosivintot 6th Jun 2011, 21:16

walang anuman mga bro :D
eidna.odacrem 7th Jun 2011, 01:19

Wow nice thread! BOOKMARKed! :D
seijiroseta 7th Jun 2011, 02:33

nice thread . thanks :D :nice::10:
gildemeister 7th Jun 2011, 02:38

Bookmarked! thanks ts! :thumbsup: :nice:
hoshi 7th Jun 2011, 11:26

Bookmarked! Very helpful talaga to.. :)
scammer087 21st Jun 2011, 01:18

salamat ng marami dito ts...booookmaaaarked na hehe
akosivintot 21st Jun 2011, 03:46

goodluck sa inyo :D
akosivintot 6th Jul 2011, 21:59

up ko lang ulit :D
Rasecakoja 7th Jul 2011, 14:49

Very informative... this is a very good must-read for every job seeker.. thanks T.S.... my thumbs up!!! :thumbsup:
rakista02 8th Jul 2011, 02:35

salamat po.. sa mga tips ninyo.. sana nxt time may tagalog.. nose bleed kasi eh....
akosivintot 8th Jul 2011, 16:16

hehe ingles po kadalasan tinatanog sa mga job interviews kung tatagalugin bad shot na. :D
akosivintot 5th Oct 2011, 02:07

up ko lang :D
heLmiNa 9th Oct 2011, 21:18

..gawa sana ko ng thread 'bout sa job interviews..meron na pala...ehehe... :D
silentrigger 18th Oct 2011, 11:24

thanks dito:salute: very informative.
akosivintot 18th Oct 2011, 20:56

Wala pong anuman. :thumbsup:
cutiegurl99 24th Feb 2012, 20:08

huwaw.sakto graduating ako this year. :) pwede. ;)
ts so you're currently working in kawasaki?w/c branch?
la lang :)
joef17 25th Feb 2012, 01:53

ganda ng thread, makakatulong ito para sa mga maghahanap ng trabaho, like me, hehehe
keep on sharing ts,
akosivintot 27th Feb 2012, 00:00

@cutiegurl99
paano mo naman nalaman na sa kawi ako nagwowork? Sa planta ako, cupang muntinlupa. Ano ba kurso mo?
shunkss 27th Feb 2012, 15:11

SALAMAT DITO...KAILANGAN KO TO... ASTIG TALAGA SYMBIANIZE SARAP MAGING SYMBIANIZERS...
:thumbsup:
polmartin300 27th Feb 2012, 21:08

very informative bravo!!!
johnrob17k 27th Feb 2012, 22:17

wow laking tulong toh ts ahh.. salamat hahaha
angelparts 28th Feb 2012, 14:03

up for this.. very informative thanks for sharing :praise:
WishUponAstaR 28th Feb 2012, 14:10

:thumbsup:
jfech 1st Mar 2012, 20:08

::)2:thanks:
akosivintot 3rd Mar 2012, 02:27

salamat. :D
Dave0928 3rd Mar 2012, 03:24

hi T.S
can i answer your questions and tell me if that is effective or not?? hehehehe..

vistamiz3r 3rd Mar 2012, 03:26

pamarka pagaralan q.
jamflava23 3rd Mar 2012, 04:00

very imformative :D
giokun18 3rd Mar 2012, 17:46

Thanks dito boss!
jayarrz1989 3rd Mar 2012, 18:41

tnx nice post
gene75 3rd Mar 2012, 20:03

Thank you very much TS, malaking tulong ito sa mga job applicants tulad ko.
Mabuhay ka TS..
melmar02 4th Mar 2012, 07:51

super like and thanks dito ts! professional ang dating. needy ko tlga ang ganito lalo nat graduating I.T student po aq.
Kazhiena2012 4th Mar 2012, 13:53

up :D
tnx 4 d info! it wil serv as guide esp. 2 those aspiring call center agent like me... though mejo di q magets ung mga ibang term...
ajejeje! :salute::)
znarf27 6th Mar 2012, 17:43

TS thanks for the informative thread. right now i'm looking and applying for a new job that i want i hope it can help me.:pray:
:clap::clap:
breaker004 20th Nov 2012, 13:27

UP!
:thanks:
aljhay1973 20th Nov 2012, 17:25

tagalog version naman nito hehehe para lalu ko maintindihan ^_^
the1ndependent 20th Nov 2012, 21:27

salamat po dito,..
akosivintot 12th Jun 2013, 11:28

salamat sa pagbasa mga kaibigan. :D
medievil 17th Oct 2013, 13:13

:thanks:
7thzign 20th Oct 2013, 20:57

BM.. :thanks:
marekz 20th Oct 2013, 21:04

Bookmark saved
tepits 19th Jan 2014, 21:33

Thanks! Big Help.... Sana may sample resume din na malupet! haha Thank You!
kysh27 27th Jan 2014, 15:29

wow!!! very informative thread!!! thanks TS!!! laking tulong nito sa tulad kong malapit nang grumaduate at maghahanap-hanap
na ng trabaho..
:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
oORexOo 28th Jan 2014, 14:11

Big :thanks: TS. Sakto magsisimula na ako maghanap ng trabaho pag kagraduate ko!!!
:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
arnel21labsyuh 16th Feb 2014, 11:47

Thanks for this ts :thumbsup:
ricose 22nd Feb 2014, 23:51

Maraming :thanks: to you TS...
kingjimcarlo 23rd Feb 2014, 00:04

bookmarked! importante to..
maraming salamat!
ar_alucard11 23rd Feb 2014, 00:15

pasubscrbe
tacs 23rd Feb 2014, 00:28

maraming salamat t.s sa very useful info.. salamat po ng marami.. i love you t.s
eduard1031 10th Mar 2014, 22:50

malaking tulong to.. salamat po dito..
IamNumber25 1st Sep 2014, 14:30

:thanks: for future use
krnel 6th Mar 2015, 18:27

Maraming salamat ka ts :clap:
LevelUP 10th Mar 2015, 14:45

san interview yan ganyan ba sa mga mall or sa call center
amari24 11th Mar 2015, 13:35

nice share TS.. salamat ng marami dito
jef31 21st Apr 2015, 23:28

help me a lot thanks d2 sana nabasa q toh bago q nag interview knina hahaha
sajhe 22nd Apr 2015, 00:04

Bookmarked... Thanks
bryan12 11th May 2015, 14:56

1. Tell me about yourself.
2. What did you most enjoy about your last job?
3. How would your colleagues or supervisor describe you?
4. What can you offer us that other people cannot?
5. What about this job attracts you? What is unattractive?
6. How long do you see yourself with us?
7. How would you describe an ideal working environment?
Standard interview questions might not seem difficult, but your answer to each should be polished and sharp. Craft responses and
practice them before your interview so that they roll off your tongue when you face the interviewer. Effective responses answer
questions honestly, positively, and briefly, highlighting important qualities and accomplishments that are relevant to the position
at hand. Give examples to illustrate and corroborate your statements when possible. Your responses should work together,
making connections between what you have previously done, the available position, and your goals.
Tell me about yourself.

Ineffective: I am a hard-worker who is good with numbers. After I worked as a financial analyst for a few years, I decided to go to
law school. I just finished and now am looking for a new challenge.
Effective: I began developing skills relevant to financial planning when I worked as a financial analyst for three years. In that role,
I succeeded in multiplying the wealth of my clients by carefully analyzing the market for trends. The return on the portfolios I
managed was generally 2% more than most of the portfolios managed by my company. My initiative, planning, and analytic skills
were rewarded by two promotions. As the manager of a team, I successfully led them to develop a more efficient and profitable
strategy for dealing with new accounts. My subsequent training in the law, including tax law and estate law, gives me an informed
view of what types of investments and charitable gifts would be most advantageous for your clients.
What did you most enjoy about your last job?

Ineffective: I liked lots of things-the people, the challenge, the rewards. Sometimes we had to work long hours, but it always
seemed to pay off.
Effective: Of the many things that I enjoyed, I would say that the strategic aspects of my job most energized me. I liked setting
concrete performance goals for myself and finding ways to meet them. I similarly enjoyed analyzing markets for trends and
identifying when would be the most beneficial time to enter or withdraw from certain funds. When I was a manager, my team and
I developed a new approach to accounts that became a standard for the company. Strategizing gave my work a sense of tangible
direction and accomplishment.
How would your colleagues or supervisor describe you?

Ineffective: I guess they would say that I am a hard worker who is successful.
Effective: My supervisor and colleagues have described me as a dependable worker. My supervisor has appreciated that I
prioritize tasks and manage my responsibilities so that she can rely on me. My bosses tell me I have a sixth sense for markets and
I learn new information and procedures quickly. These skills account for my two promotions in three years. My boss was also
impressed by how I was able to lead my team.
What can you offer us that other people cannot?

Ineffective: I have a unique combination of skills. I also really want the job.
Effective: I have a track-record of multiplying wealth through investments and developing strategies with teams. Since I have a
JD, I also know what legal parameters and loopholes affect families and individuals planning their finances. My CFA training not
only shows that I will succeed in the CFP courses, but also gives me a broader view of why financial plans work as they do. Since I
am organized and self-motivated, I will add value to the company without requiring much tending and supervision.
What about this job attracts you? What is unattractive?

Ineffective: I like that it is in the field I am targeting. I don't like the commute that it will require.
Effective: As I evaluate my skills and goals, this job maximizes on both. I will be able to merge my knowledge of law and markets
while strategizing for the sound financial future of clients. Since this is a small company, I imagine that there will be opportunity
for increased responsibilities and challenges. I share the values of the company. I am not eager to do much data processing, but
the position is very attractive.

How long do you see yourself with us?

Ineffective: I don't want to make any hasty commitments, and I like to keep my options open. Maybe I will be here for one year,
maybe for five. It depends.
Effective: I see myself here as long as we both think that I am contributing to the vitality of the company while still being grown
through challenges.
How would you describe an ideal working environment?

Ineffective: A laptop and cell phone on a beach sound ideal to me. Short of that, I would like an environment in which I am able
to work as I please, without much supervision.
Effective: It is important to me that my company has clear objectives and strives for success. Similarly, I like having colleagues
whom I admire for their skills and perspectives. When communication is clear between colleagues, our energy becomes synergy.
In addition, I find that I flourish when given discretion after having gained the trust of my supervisor.
That was a mind-blowing answers to questions. Thank you sharing this tips with us TS. It'll be a great help especially for fresh
graduates. :D I'll be using these guide questions and answers in the near future. Thanks. again
aeron13 12th May 2015, 22:04

magandang thread to..
btw, naiintriga ako sa isang tanong sakin dati.. "how would you sell a rotten apple?" at "how would you cook adobo in your own
way"
baka alam mo kng anong tamang sagot dyan
JasonXYZ 13th May 2015, 02:42

share lng!! Guys if ur willing to work in eastwood qc for a nonvoice account here's the details po..
Account: Simply Energy (NON VOICE - Australian account)
Company: Stellar Philippines
Location: Eastwood Quezon City
Possible Schedule: 6 AM- 3 PM / 3 PM - 12 AM(FIX SAT & SUN OFF)
Salary: 17K Basic + Incentives
Training will start: May 25, 2015
Qualifications: kahit undergrad/fresh grad or khit walang working experience sa callcenter tumatanggap sila.
For More info (exam and interview tips): PM niyo po ako dito or email: jasonxyz08@gmail.com with your questions/inquiries,
complete name, email address and contact number para i can answer your inquiries.
sirksj 29th May 2015, 19:25

p bm rtyyy
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p bm po salamattt
akosidereck 30th May 2015, 19:02

pa PB TS.. :D :D
gier123 31st May 2015, 00:27

salamat sa tipppss!
tchaikovsky298 31st May 2015, 00:51

wow this is something,. great thread! GOOD JOB i say,.:salute:


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Tell me about yourself.

What did you most enjoy about your last job?

How would your colleagues or supervisor describe you?

What can you offer us that other people cannot?

What about this job attracts you? What is unattractive?

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How long do you see yourself with us?

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1. What are your weaknesses?

What are your weaknesses?

Why did you leave your last job?

How do you deal with criticism?

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1) Copies of your resume

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