Corporate Interview

Corporate Interviews


Interview is a widely used process of screening applicants for jobs.
It provides the most direct information about a candidate, his/her skills, background & personality type.


Interview Process ----- Before the Interview


Preparation for a Job Interview :-

Every interview is an experience of learning which takes place during the preparation. It is useful for the interview you are planning for.

The initial preparation requies a thorough investigation of skills, accomplishment, expertise and your interests.

The interview preparation includes 4P's :-

  1. Prepare
  2. Practice
  3. Present
  4. Participate


Preparaing for a job interview :-

Preparation for an effective interview includes-

  • A good assessment of yourself
  • Researching the organisation
  • Updating your resume
  • Preparing a list of commonly asked question 
  • Understanding the venue details 



Do's before an Interview :-

  • Dress appropriately as per the corporate setting
  • Take care of personal grooming and cleanliness 
  • Reach 10-15 minutes early
  • Be sure about the interview time and location, find out how long it takes to get them. 


Don'ts before an Interview :-

  • Don't stay up late at night
  • Don't overeat or have carborated softdrinks
  • Don't hold negative thoughts of not being selected
  • Donto feel nervous
  • Don't forget to be courteous to everybody


Men's Interview attire :-
  • Suit (solid color-navy or dark gray) or formal dark trouser & full sleeved shirt. 
  • Long sleeved shirt (white or coordinated with suit) 
  • Black or brown matching belt
  • With or without a tie
  • Dark socks, conservative leather shoes
  • Little or no jewellery 
  • Neat hairstyle
  • Minimal aftershave
  • Neatly trimmed nails
  • Document file or briefcase


Women's Interview attire :-
  • Suit (navy black or dark grey), saree(Indian attire), sober salwar kameez
  • The suit skirt should be long enough to enable you to sit down comfortably
  • Coordinated blouse
  • Conservative shoes
  • Limited jewellery (no dangling earing or arms full bracelets)
  • Neat hairstyle 
  • Light makeup and perfume
  • Neatly manicured clean nails
  • Portfolio or briefcase

Do's of an Interview :-

  • Treat everyday with courtesy and respect 
  • Great everybody
  • Be ready for a handshake
  • Be an attractive listener in order to understand questions
  • Address the interviewer as Sir/Ma'am
  • Maintain good eye contact throughout the interview 
  • Be alert and sit straight in your seat 
  • Respond to questions warmly and with specific examples
  • Ask for clarification if you don't understand a question
  • Be brief & concise in your response
  • Use formal words and expressions & appropriate grammar 
  • Display your interest in the employer & the job you are being interviewed for
  • Reply to the questions in a polite manner
  • Keep your tone polite yet firm
  • Take time to respond to a situation
  • Show your enthusiasm


Don'ts of an Interview :-

  • Don't take a seat until you are offered one
  • Don't slouch & fidget
  • Don't talk negative about previous employees or managers
  • Don't show lack of interest during the interview 
  • Don't give the impression that you are only interested in moneybor salary
  • Don't be rude and imprudent
  • Don't use slang & minimise use of filters like okay, you know, etc. 
  • Don't chew gum
  • Don't smell of sweat
  • Don't keep your mobile on during the interview 
  • Don't leave in a hurry


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