19-11-2012, 02:54 PM
Bullet Point
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1. Prepare resume
Very first step should be to prepare resume. According to me your resume should be simple though impressive and point wise. But make sure you have knowledge of all things that you have mentioned in your resume or in other words all the relevant knowledge you posses should be properly mentioned in your resume.
Further it is advisable to use different resume for different interviews based on the company and the position for which they are seeking the candidates. Another important point is to update your resume regularly.
2. Be confident
Just imagine you are preparing yourself for an interview and there is no confidence? What does that mean…..? Everything is over…because next candidate is waiting with better confidence. You have to be confident while appearing for interview and while giving answers. So just cool, calm and collective during campus placements and interviews.
If the recruitments are on for a special task or projects than it is recommended to study that project carefully because they will question from them. Also remember one thing at the time of campus companies are least concerned if you are technical good or bad they just check your mental ability and confidence level.
The easiest way to improve confidence and practice is to get together with some of your friends for the practice of interview and have a confident practice session.
3. Workout on your Basics
As per my experience for campus placement or interview it is advisable to prepareyour basics as strongly as possible as most of the questions connected with them only. The basic idea behind mentioning this point is to let you know thatinterviewer will check your basic knowledge. So just be sure and confident with your answers and your basics.
4. Workout on your appearance
Workout on your appearance is a very big question and create the situation of first impression is the last impression. So you have to be very careful while selecting your attire for interview. In an interview your attire plays a supporting role.
One of my very first interviewers told me that correct attire put you as a person who takes the recruitment seriously and understands the nature of the industry in which you are trying to become employed. Dressing nicely and appropriately is a compliment to the person you meet so don't dress casually.
5. Information about the company
It is a very common but important topic. Before going for interview or campus placement Find some information about the company because they will ask questions related to their company. It is very important to study the profile and business activity of the company from the company website or from any business portal/magazine.
6. Effective communication
Apart from this, good communication skills are also necessary for successful campus placement or interview. You need to have good reasoning skills and ability to think logically and analytically in your core areas. You should be bold to face the panel of interviewers. During interview answer should be given in the language they are asked.
Good English speaking is another area where stress needs to be given. For some English speaking tips check given link:
FEW TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH SPEAKING
7. Be truthful during interview
Another important point to be kept in mind is to be truthful during campus placement and interview. This point is crucial for any sort of interview. You have to be truthful regarding your study time info or any previous job or article ship position. There are certain occasions when we do not have any choice but to 'present' the truth. Personally I feel there are situations when we are expected to say the whole truth and nothing but the truth and this is one of those situations.
8. Rehearse your interview
It may be very handy and useful if you rehearse your interview well in advance. This will improve your confidence and helps your interaction go smoothly. You may practice the points you plan to deliver before the interviewer like your strength and other personal stuff. The best thing to do is prepare yourself and take some time to practice so you feel comfortable. Always remember your resume is good enough to get you the desired position, but now all you have to do is to impress the interviewer further.