Mock Interview - Personal Statement Example

In addition, I did research on the trends, opportunities, projects and problems of the said company in anticipation of any questions that are related to these subjects. My research was focused on what is important to the company and to the position I am applying for. What is in their inbox that isn't getting done What is getting done but not done well What are the priorities they'd like to see accomplished in the next 6 to 12 months I am aware that I gave effective answers. I paid attention to the questions being thrown at me, making sure that I did not miss the question's point.

My replies were positive, pertinent, and precise. By positive, I mean I placed a positive spin on everything. By pertinent, I mean I choose the most relevant story or information and resist any urge to elaborate on nonessentials, tell tales, or bare my soul. And by precise, I mean I was brief, succinct, and specific. I answered with enthusiasm. In other words, I was confident but not arrogant. It is said that "first impressions last". In conjunction with this, I made certain that I looked the part.

I dressed on par with the interviewer. I donned conservative business attire. I also kept my posture and my manners in check. I sat and stood up straight. I avoided leaning on chair, desk or table and I avoided fidgeting. I made eye contact with my interviewer. I responded to the interviewer's questions only after he has finished asking. I was punctual. I arrived about 15 minutes before the scheduled interview. It can be seen from the video that I enjoyed the whole process of the interview. Although generally the mock interview ran smoothly, there are still some points I wish to improve.

I have yet to master my English for it is not my first language. I will do this by spending more time to read books, journals and newspapers. I will indulge my self in a thesaurus and learn new words in which to express myself in an interview. They say "practice makes perfect". I wish to spend more time doing mock interviews so that I can be more comfortable and confident.The interviewerI believe I had been an effective interviewer. I got out of my way to let my interviewee feel relaxed. I prepared questions that are sure to assess the applicant.

Before the interview proper, I had the "end in mind". That is, I determined the goal of the interview-to evaluate the candidate and see if he fits the job description. I also outlined some key characteristics that I wish to find in an employee. And finally, I determined what I ultimately want from the interviewee - a good relationship and competency in work.There are a number of frameworks on which to gauge a candidate. The questions I gave out were intended to evaluate my interviewee according to competency, chemistry and compensation.

In measuring competency, I focused seeing if the candidate can indeed do the job. I focus my questions on the applicant's experience, skills, knowledge, innate strengths, and motivational drive to exceed employer expectations. Chemistry involves how well a candidate can connect with the company's mission, its people, and its customers. I gave out questions that involve how he acts in the workplace. Compensation entails making sure the company is paying within the industry range, preferably the upper end of that range.

An applicant is