Joe’s Question:
I always have a hard time answering this question,
“Have you ever had a situation where a co-worker wasn’t doing their share of work, If so, did you ever do anything about it, and was the result of your actions?”
I want to make sure the interviewers know that I have no problem working with others.
James’s Answer:
Before I answer this question, I will go over STAR formula that I use when answering a behavioral interview question.
STAR, which stands for Situation, Task, Action and Result is one of the best methods to answering behavioral base questions.
First you explain the Situation or Task, then the Action taken, and finally, what happen in regards to your actions (the Result).
Now a great way to answer this interview question is by using an example from one of your previous jobs and what you did to resolve the situation.
Let’s examine the interview question, “Have you ever had a situation where a co-worker wasn’t doing their share of work, If so, did you ever do anything about it, and was the result of your actions?”
What I would suggest is to use a situation that resulted in a position outcome for both you and you co-worker.
You could say that work with someone that wasn’t very organized and was always playing catch up with her work. She spent more time looking for things than actually working.
Since I worked in a team environment, my work was depended on what she did and she frequently was late with her share of the work, which made me look incompetent. One time my team almost missed the deadline, and we could have lost the client because of it.
I was very frustrated about the situation and decided that it was time to find out why she wasn’t completing her assignments on time. I set up a meeting between me and her. I expressed my concerns to her. She explained to me that she was never very good at organizing her desk. She said that she would love to be more organized, but she doesn’t know how to.
I explained that I can understand that not being organized can really be tough and that I can help implement a plan to organize her workspace. The next week, I took 30 minutes each day, out of my day to help her organize all of her files and computer files.
I noticed after I helped her, that she was meeting her deadlines and that the team in general was much happier and more productive, including me.
Good Luck!
Contact: James Malervy
Email: james@superstarinterviewguide.com
Web: www.InstantJobInterviewTools.com
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Friday, September 18, 2009
4 Simple Tips that will help you succeed at a Job Interview
1) Have a Personal Branding Statement
The first question most employers will ask you during an interview is “Tell me about yourself.” The way you answer this question will set the mood for the rest of the interview. That is why you develop a personal branding statement. Explain where you are from, your passions, what strengths you as a person bring to this position and what benefits your previous employer(s) have gained because of your employment. The Personal Branding Statement should be about one minute long.
Personal Branding Statement Example:"I am a seasoned marketing expert in property retail management, strong in driving traffic to mall retail centers through effective media buying and event planning. I grew up in Philadelphia and I have a passion for continuous learning."You should do this for three reasons:
“I can get this job!”
The key to a great interview is keeping a positive attitude. The interview is about you. This is a major advantage for you. You are the one that shows the interviewer what is great about you. Keep in mind, your resume got you the interview, it’s the interview that will get you hired.
Be prepared for tricky questions and unexpected happenings, such as setbacks. Don't let these affect your positive attitude.
3) Dress for Success
There is a saying that clothes make the man (or woman) and it is certainly true. You only get one chance make a first impression, and if you want to compete with the rest of you need to dress to impress.
4) Follow Up with a Thank You Letter
After you conduct your successful interview, it is important to follow it up with a thank you note. This is the time acknowledge the interviewer’s time and to remind him or her why you are the best person for the position. You are only remembered if you show the interviewer that you can create value for the company. You should try to write a thank you as soon as the interview is over. You can personally write it and mail a note to the interviewer or email them.
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The above post was taken from InstantJobInterviewTools.com
http://www.instantjobinterviewtools.com/Job-Interview-Tips.html
The first question most employers will ask you during an interview is “Tell me about yourself.” The way you answer this question will set the mood for the rest of the interview. That is why you develop a personal branding statement. Explain where you are from, your passions, what strengths you as a person bring to this position and what benefits your previous employer(s) have gained because of your employment. The Personal Branding Statement should be about one minute long.
Personal Branding Statement Example:"I am a seasoned marketing expert in property retail management, strong in driving traffic to mall retail centers through effective media buying and event planning. I grew up in Philadelphia and I have a passion for continuous learning."You should do this for three reasons:
- It demonstrates that you are comfortable with yourself. This places both you and the interviewer at ease.
- It will help you begin to control the interview.
- A well-delivered Personal Branding Statement will increase the interviewer’s interest in to you. Be careful not to show off - simply tell a story about yourself.
“I can get this job!”
The key to a great interview is keeping a positive attitude. The interview is about you. This is a major advantage for you. You are the one that shows the interviewer what is great about you. Keep in mind, your resume got you the interview, it’s the interview that will get you hired.
Be prepared for tricky questions and unexpected happenings, such as setbacks. Don't let these affect your positive attitude.
3) Dress for Success
There is a saying that clothes make the man (or woman) and it is certainly true. You only get one chance make a first impression, and if you want to compete with the rest of you need to dress to impress.
4) Follow Up with a Thank You Letter
After you conduct your successful interview, it is important to follow it up with a thank you note. This is the time acknowledge the interviewer’s time and to remind him or her why you are the best person for the position. You are only remembered if you show the interviewer that you can create value for the company. You should try to write a thank you as soon as the interview is over. You can personally write it and mail a note to the interviewer or email them.
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The above post was taken from InstantJobInterviewTools.com
http://www.instantjobinterviewtools.com/Job-Interview-Tips.html
Friday, September 4, 2009
What is the most important question to ask in a job interview?
What is the most important question to ask in a job interview?
By James Malervy, InstantJobInterviewTools.com
It is very important to prepare before a job interview in today’s job market if you want to succeed. It’s not just how job candidates answer interview questions that influence interviewers’ hiring decisions, but also what questions candidates themselves ask during the job interview.
I thought that it was necessary to find out what is the most important question to ask at a job interview. Now I know that this would be a tough question to answer. I turned to social media for help. I asked the members of the Linked HR Group of LinkedIn .com “What is the most important question to ask an interviewer and why?” I did receive a lot of feedback. Now I know that there any many questions you should ask during a job interview, however the purpose of this article is to engage potential job candidates to think of great questions to ask recruiters and interviewers alike to make help lasting impressions. Below are three great questions given by members of Linked HR Group:
1) “Do you have any concerns about my skills and abilities that you think might keep me from being successful in this position"? According to Kirk Johnson, a Managing Director at Sanford Rose Associates, “this question helps cancel out any false negatives”
2) “What is the immediate challenge for this role?” According Stella Toh, a Business Development Consultant for Beacon Executive Search, “when the question is posed by a candidate attending an interview, it usually reflects well for the interviewer. Interviewers had given the feedback those candidates who ask the question shows that they are all ready to take on the challenge once they accept the role.”
3) Courtesy of David Walko, Principal of Professionals Choice, “Can you please tell me more about the position and in particular, how do you see both the position and the company growing in the future?
No matter what questions you ask, everyone is important. What is the most important question to ask at a job interview? There isn’t just one important question, it’s every question you ask and how you ask it that will leave an impression.
By James Malervy, InstantJobInterviewTools.com
It is very important to prepare before a job interview in today’s job market if you want to succeed. It’s not just how job candidates answer interview questions that influence interviewers’ hiring decisions, but also what questions candidates themselves ask during the job interview.
I thought that it was necessary to find out what is the most important question to ask at a job interview. Now I know that this would be a tough question to answer. I turned to social media for help. I asked the members of the Linked HR Group of LinkedIn .com “What is the most important question to ask an interviewer and why?” I did receive a lot of feedback. Now I know that there any many questions you should ask during a job interview, however the purpose of this article is to engage potential job candidates to think of great questions to ask recruiters and interviewers alike to make help lasting impressions. Below are three great questions given by members of Linked HR Group:
1) “Do you have any concerns about my skills and abilities that you think might keep me from being successful in this position"? According to Kirk Johnson, a Managing Director at Sanford Rose Associates, “this question helps cancel out any false negatives”
2) “What is the immediate challenge for this role?” According Stella Toh, a Business Development Consultant for Beacon Executive Search, “when the question is posed by a candidate attending an interview, it usually reflects well for the interviewer. Interviewers had given the feedback those candidates who ask the question shows that they are all ready to take on the challenge once they accept the role.”
3) Courtesy of David Walko, Principal of Professionals Choice, “Can you please tell me more about the position and in particular, how do you see both the position and the company growing in the future?
No matter what questions you ask, everyone is important. What is the most important question to ask at a job interview? There isn’t just one important question, it’s every question you ask and how you ask it that will leave an impression.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Interview Questions
Currently working on a article that focuses on the most imporant interview questions to ask.
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