I always get stuck on the following questions what qualities/skills can you bring to the job? and tell me about yourself!! (Other then how desperate I am for the job because i want more money)
2007-03-01 22:50:01 · 12 answers · asked by moral Lulabella 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
The other answers have given you lots of ideas.
I would add to the list that you should practice answering the questions out loud in front of a video and a real live person.
You will soon learn what comes over well.
Good luck
2007-03-08 11:21:59 · answer #1 · answered by margaret w 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The most important part of the interview is the start. Go in dressed smartly and shake hands with the interviewers and introduce yourself. Once you have done that you can sit down take a deep breth and know you started well.
On the questions make sure you don't ramble. 60 seconds of talking per question is usually enough.
For a receptionist and admin role the best qualities are communication, customer service, organisation and motivation. For this answer be honest and tell them your skills. Give examples of what you have achieved with these skills in the past and how you think that would benefit the role. Communication is a great one that brings better service. Positive communication is good for a receptionist.
When asked to tell them about yourself keep is short and positive. This question doesn't have any real sway for the role but it is a chance for them to get a better glimps of your personality and communication skill. Say a few things you are interested in ie music, keeping fit and reading and perhaps go into a little detail if they look like they are enjoying hearing it. But keeps it to a few sentances and end with a smile.
Keep good eye contact with the person asking a question and if it is a panel interview look at all interviewers when answering. A handy tip is to focus on the bridge of their nose which is less intimidating than straight eye contact but has the same impression.
End the interview positively, ask a few questions and thank them for their time. Ask what the next stage is.
Good luck, hope you get the job!
2007-03-01 23:11:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Go in with the attitude of confidence. Be prepared with the answers of the qualities and skills you can bring to this company and whatever you do, do not look desperate for a job. This will turn them off faster than anything. The best thing you can do is sell yourself to the company on what you could bring if hired but be specific. Do research on the company to make sure you know something about the company because most companies will ask what you know about them.
2007-03-09 06:25:38 · answer #3 · answered by devilgal031948 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have answers ready.. imagine yourself in the employers position, what type of person would you want to work for you? White lies on these occasions are fine providing if challenged you could back them up.. it's all a game to be honest and the only time they will really know if you are suitable is once you are actually working and coping!!. To be honest most employers just want you to turn up on time, not rock the boat and do as they ask... a few like you to have creative input in 'team' meetings but you're best just reassuring them that you are a team player and that you can be intuitive when required.
Explain why you feel you want to move on from your old job and what this new job has to offer you and your future, Research the company a little so perhaps you can create an intelligent question to aks them about their business. and of course dress appropriately to the company.. pop in or do a walk by to see what their dress code is feeling comfortable is vital to feeling relaxed and appearing confident in an interview.. I wish you all the best.. it's never easy knowing exactly how to behave and what to say in interviews not an exact science you might say.. remember too that it might be the person interviewings first interview .... now theres a thought..
2007-03-01 23:16:07 · answer #4 · answered by Nomio 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that even if you are the most suited to the job, sound confident and good, it still doesn't mean the job is yours. At the end of the day you are being interviewed by people, not machines, so their liking or disliking towards you count too. If they think you are the type of person that THEY can get on with and all the other boxes can be ticked then the job is yours. I'm sure you'll get some advice here on how to answer questions etc. but just remember, the decision is not made solely on what you say to them.
2007-03-01 23:04:47 · answer #5 · answered by Luvfactory 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when I was interviewing for receptionist......
1. the first impression of our company was the receptionist.. orange hair, crazy clothes...no.no.no. Dress and look professional. No chewing gum!!
2. I wanted to be sure that I could read messages. You need to make sure that they know your handwriting is legible. Make a joke out of it.. I'm sure no one will have a problem reading any phone messages, my handwriting is very easy to read.
3. Ask good questions...Is there a list of company personnel
Does the executive staff notify reception if they leave the office? does the call automatically bounce back to reception or does it go directly to Vmail..it's always nice to tell the caller that if (so and so isn't in then they will go to vmail) otherwise some people tend to get tweaked without a heads up.
from the administrative side... do you sort mail? relieve someone? typing in between calls??
Sound like you've done this work a million times.. Let me know if you have anymore questions.
Git 'er dun
2007-03-09 08:53:12 · answer #6 · answered by larsgirl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Things to remember,
1. Be mildly overdressed.
2. Confident not cocky.
3. Pay close attention to everything the interviewer says; they WILL try to trip you up at some point.
4. Be honest. They don't ask questions unless they already know th answers.
5. The most qualified person doesn't always get the job. The person who interviews best does.
6. Speak as clearly as possible. Use NO contractions, slang, etc.
2007-03-09 18:22:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do your homework on the company and the role you are applying for, find out what skills and qualities are required for that kind of job. They may not be totally you but if you really want that job you will have to wing it! Then when you get the job you just work your **** off to impress them. You will be suprised what you can learn when you have to in order to keep the job!
2007-03-01 23:07:53 · answer #8 · answered by rose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them that you understand that Customer service-both Internal AND external, is important.
Emphasize your admin skills (typing, Microsoft Office, email, etc.)
Tell them that you are a hard worker, who is motivated from within.
At the end of the interview, look them straight in the eye and say "I really want this job"
If they say "Do you have any further questions" say "When can I start"
2007-03-01 23:16:44 · answer #9 · answered by facetious5488 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-20 02:43:00 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋