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Some Interview Ideas
by Millie Arbeiter
http://www.goemploymentweb.com
When interviewing for a position, it is important to
avoid the simple one or two word answers. For example.
if you are asked, "Can you take on multiple projects at
the same time", don't simply say, "Yes".
They recommend that you be very specific and use terms
that employers recognize. For example, say something
like, "Depending on the specifics of the project, it
can be efficient to handle more than one item at a time
to save time and money."
Here is a definition of "Active Listening". This may
help you on your next interview.
Just as everyday "speaking" is not the same as public
speaking; "listening" is not the same as active listening.
Active listening means two things: analysis and response to
the message being communicated.
Maintain good posture and eye contact with the speaker.
During the interview it is a good idea to take notes,
nod and smile when appropriate and to lean slightly
toward the speaker. But, even a daydreamer can perfect
these actions. Be sure that all your listening skills
are at work.
Nonverbal communication, more than just the nod or smile,
is important. Gestures, appearance, timing, voice responses,
facial expressions, spatial distance - all affect how the
speaker (or interview) interprets the listener. So a person
preparing for a job or work project interview should
consider the cultural climate and norms of society of the
interviewer. In short, perceived active listening based on
nonverbal signals can vary from culture to culture.
Understanding of other cultures and backgrounds are
important. Female/male relationships may be different
in the interviewer's heritage from your own. Be sure
to account for this. Also, if the speakers native
language is different from yours, be sure to explain
yourself very clearly to avoid misunderstanding.
Repeating the question is also important in good
listening skills. Be sure to repeat the question in
your own words to be sure that you are understanding
the main point of the original question.
Active listeners take notes by paraphrasing or restating
what the speaker said in their own words, and summarizing
main points. A good listener is not the same thing as a
silent listener. Good listeners ask questions, even
something like, "Is this an accurate paraphrase of you have
said?" to let the speaker know that you understand the
message being communicated.
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