...CARD 205 Week 7 Interview Questions Purchase here http://devrycourse.com/CARD%20205/card-205-week-7-interview-questions Product Description Interview Questions (due this week) Below you will find a list of potential interview questions. It is possible that you could be asked some of these exact questions during an interview. Choose 7 questions from Group A and 3 questions from Group B, for a total of 10. Your responses to the questions in Group B should have three parts. Respond to these using Martucci Lamarre's (2006) B.A.R. (background, action(s), results) framework (p. 124). Respond to the questions as you would during an interview and provide as complete an answer as possible for each one. Group A: Standard Questions (Choose 7 questions from this group, from p. 121). 1. Tell me something about yourself. 2. Why should I hire you? 3. What are your strengths? 4. What are your weaknesses? 5. Why are you applying for this position? 6. How are you qualified for this position? 7. Why are you interested in working for our firm? 8. What can you contribute to this company? 9. What are your short-term goals? 10. What are your long-term goals? Group B: Behavior-Based Questions (Choose 3 questions from this group, from p. 124). 1. Tell me about a difficult situation you dealt with when supervising others. What did you do, and what were the results? 2. Describe a time when you had to use your best oral communication skills. What was the situation, and what...
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...Assess the strengths and weaknesses of using structured interviews to investigate the victims of crime DAT- structured interviews are similar to questionnaires both involve asking people a fixed set of prepared question. The questions are usually closed ended with pre coded answers. The topic is based on victims of crime which would produce quantitative data. This researcher method will produce quantitative data as it identifies and measures behaviour pattern as well as establish cause- effect relationships. P- Characteristics is a factor of practical advantages as the researcher doesn’t have to change to way he acts or behaves as it is closed ended questions with only one answer given which doesn’t involve such interactions. Access is a disadvantage as the group studied is sensitive as well as difficult because it is dealing with victims of crime. Some individuals may not want to be interviewed about their past situation and be scared that they may reveal something that will lead to the police getting involved. For example if a person has been affected by domestic violence and is always staying at home, this makes the researcher to gain access. Age could be a disadvantage because if it is a child or teenager this can have an effect on them as they are the most venerable groups to study. It may cause distress within the interview and this may produce invalid data as the interview may not carry on. Gender is another factor the sociologist may have to consider because women...
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...unstructured interviews as a means of investigating the public’s perceptions of crime and fear of crime. (15 marks) Unstructured interviews give the freedom to vary the interview. There are no questions prepared beforehand, the interviewers asks questions from the flow of the answers given by interviewees. This type of research method produces qualitative data, that is rich and in detail piece of research. Data gained from unstructured interviews are recorded by looking for categories from the answers given from interviewees and tallying each time the category occurs. Investigating public’s perception of crime is a difficult sample to investigate using unstructured interviews. In the investigation the researcher must ensure that the findings from the sample will be able to generalise and being able to have access too such sample could be very difficult for the researcher. During the interview it is essential that the interviewer has the skills and techniques required to be able to build the rapport with the interviewee.Therefore before the research is conducted the interviewer must go through training to learn the essential tips regarding the method of research they have chosen. However, training could be expensive and this may be a problem for the researcher. Age is not an issue during this research as the target audience is the public, therefore all age groups are targeted. However, children would not be able to participate in an interview due to the topic...
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...Television Interview Report: A Reflective Essay The interview I selected was conducted by Oprah Winfrey (interviewer) of Joel and Victoria Osteen (interviewees) on January 8, 2012 via the Oprah: Next Chapter show. I selected this particular interview as I am a fan of Joel Osteen and typically enjoy Oprah’s interviewing style. While this interview was very entertaining, this was not what I would consider to be a “hard hitting” journalistic interview that delved into any one particular subject. There were really no conflicting views, controversial opinions, or original insights that you could not have learned by either reading one of the many books written by Joel Osteen or observed in prior interviews. This was, however, more of a “feel good” piece that continued the examination of Joel Osteen’s belief’s and character. It is worth noting that while Victoria Osteen is part of this interview, she plays more of a corroborative role by giving additional insight into Joel Osteen as the person. This essay will show Oprah’s safe approach at interviewing and Joel Osteen’s non-controversial response still. The interview was conducted at the Osteen’s home in Houston, Texas. This set a casual and comfortable tone for the interview, but the attire was Sunday formal which maintained the gravity of the subjects. It is unlikely that the Osteen’s would have allowed a risky interviewer to come into their home and by allowing Oprah to do so, helped establish a positive rapport...
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...Interview Guidelines Dress Appropriately Professional attire is a must. A neat appearance means clean, well-pressed clothing in conservative cuts and colors, no sandals or sneakers, minimal jewelry, makeup and perfume. If you have tattoos that can be covered, cover them. For accessories, choose function over form. Make sure you can walk comfortably in your shoes; your bag or portfolio holds and cares for your materials for easy access; a classic watch. Arrive On Time Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to arrive at the interview location. If possible, do a trial run: go to the location in advance, at the same time of day as your scheduled interview. A trial run allows you to familiarize yourself with the route, traffic, parking, etc. Arrive 10 minutes early for your interview. Be Prepared Devote some time to researching the company. Reading the job description and company information before the interview enables you to ask thoughtful questions and make a good impression. Recruiters will be evaluating your interview preparation, communication skills, personal characteristics and portfolio (depending on the job). Review your résumé along side the job description. See where your skills overlap and where there are gaps. Make some notes for yourself to serve as a reminder of projects you’d like to mention, questions you have, any experiences you’ve had with their company (ex. exhibitions or performances you’ve attended). Ask Questions Asking intelligent questions in...
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...One to One Communication (Interview) Verbal and non-verbal My verbal communication skills involved speaking in an appropriate tone to the interviewers which set a formal environment where I wasn’t shouting, speaking too quietly or mumbling my words which meant that I could be properly understood. By using a formal tone and presentation I was able to make sure that I looked presentable throughout and show that I was able to be confident. Non-verbal communication skills I used such as body language includes my posture and facial expressions, I maintained eye contact to remain confident and sat upright to also look confident. I was said to have calm body language which meant that I remained professional throughout the interview. Language Language that I used had to be formal but also understandable by the interviewers meaning that I had to not use any slang that could be seen as unprofessional. I had to make sure that the language skills I was using got what I wanted to say across while still being understood. I made sure that when I was communicating I was using language that could be understood by everyone within the room. If I was using slang then a barrier would’ve formed because I would’ve been misunderstood and therefore had to repeat myself looking less formal and confident meaning that the two interviewers could’ve marked me down for my general interview. Appropriate environment The environment that we were situated in was a small interview room, it remained quiet...
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...Behavioral Interview Questions * Give an example of an occasion when you used logic to solve a problem. * Give an example of a goal you reached and tell me how you achieved it. * Give an example of a goal you didn't meet and how you handled it. * Describe a stressful situation at work and how you handled it. * Tell me about how you worked effectively under pressure. * How do you handle a challenge? * Have you been in a situation where you didn't have enough work to do? * Have you ever made a mistake? How did you handle it? * Describe a decision you made that was unpopular and how you handled implementing it. * Did you ever make a risky decision? Why? How did you handle it? * Did you ever postpone making a decision? Why? * Have you ever dealt with company policy you weren't in agreement with? How? * Have you gone above and beyond the call of duty? If so, how? * When you worked on multiple projects how did you prioritize? * How did you handle meeting a tight deadline? * Give an example of how you set goals and achieve them. * Did you ever not meet your goals? Why? * What do you do when your schedule is interrupted? Give an example of how you handle it. * Have you had to convince a team to work on a project they weren't thrilled about? How did you do it? * Give an example of how you worked on team. * Have you handled a difficult situation with a co-worker? How? * What do you do if you disagree...
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...[pic] INTERVIEW ADVICE No matter what stage you are in your career, interviews can be daunting. Here, you will find interview guidelines to help you through the process, from preparation to actual interview. Naturally, your Elite Consultant is here to offer you continued support and advice, but the purpose of this advice pack is so you can brush up on your interview technique. Whether you are out of practice, preparing for your first management interview or just to cement your existing interview skills, this advice pack will help you see what recruiter’s are looking for and in turn, how to face any future interviews you may have. PREPARATION Preparation is key: If you had an exam, you wouldn’t attend without revising…….an interview is the same! If you have been unsuccessful in previous interviews, learn from your mistakes and ask yourself: • What you could have done better? • Which questions were difficult to answer? • Were you prepared enough? An employer will expect you to visit a store, preferably the store or concession that you are applying to work in and also another store to get an idea of the different layouts, visual merchandising, customer service, product placement, store standards and ambiance. You should look at the company website so that you can talk articulately about the company with whom you want to work. If you are applying for a Store Manager or Assistant Manager role, we suggest you do a mystery shop in...
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...For the assessment and interview, I was with a seven-year-old with ASD and his mother and sister. It was the same child that I performed the BOT-II on. The therapist had warned me before that this might be a difficult mom to interact with. She told me she could come off as very intimidating and usually takes the lead for interviews. I am relatively comfortable with my interview skills with parents because of my experience at the Waisman Center with Sharon. I tried to stay calm because I knew I had the ability to interview a parent, but the therapist’s warning did make me nervous. This interview was also difficult because this family was not a new one to clinic. Instead of being able to go though an entire occupational profile or collecting a...
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...definitions of happiness. For this writing assignment, you will prepare and conduct interviews with two people about their definition of happiness, how they gained this view, and whether they feel happiness is achievable. Choose two people who vary in age and experience. Only one of the subjects can be someone you know well. This is an opportunity to learn about acquaintances and strangers as well. These should be face-to-face interviews. Introduce this assignment by introducing each subject one at a time. Who are they? What is the nature of your relationship? Next, ask a variety of questions to get them to consider not just their definition of happiness, but its origins and development. You can use these sample questions to get you started, but should add more questions or change the interview as it develops: Has your definition of happiness changed over time? What experiences have influenced your definition? Do you expect the definition to change again? Follow the Unit 4 template for this assignment in DocSharing. It includes submitting a transcript of your interviews, including your questions, so take notes or record the discussion. Finally, you should draw conclusions about the process and the answers that were given. Compare and contrast the results of the interviews. Discuss what was similar or different in the replies, whether the subjects were honest, or if the concept of happiness was difficult to define. The essay should be at least 750 words and should employ terms from...
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...Assess the advantages and limitations of unstructured interviews as a means of investigating victims of crime There are two different types of interviews, Structured interviews and unstructured. A structured interview consists of set questions that will be asked in each interview. Where as unstructured interviews consist of random questions. There are many issues when researching victims of crime. Interviewing a victim may cause many ethical and practical issues, Such as how information is taken. Some times information is recorded which can easily make someone feel uncomfortable which could lead to them withholding any information needed in the interview. This also means there is a lack of validity as it could cause interviewees to lie. It also lacks validity as interviews rely on the interviewee’s memory, which over time can be affected. Unstructured interviews could overcome some of these issues and it allows the interviewee to go into further detail. However results are made harder to analyse. As shown in item B there is a danger of victim blaming. Feminist groups argue that, in cases such as rape and sexual assault the criminal justice system and media often see female victims bringing the assault upon themselves by their behaviour. Ethical issues also occur in such cases as interviewing such a personal subject could bring harm and stress on the interviewee. Interviews lack representativeness. This is due to interviews being very time-consuming. For example trying to find...
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...Here are the 30 most common interview questions and how to answer them. Q: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? Nearly every interview that you go to will kick off with this basic question. You want to keep your answer concise but information-packed. Briefly explain your educational and employment experience with one or two sentences. (After all, the employer can already see that in your resume.) Follow up with additional information about what you are passionate about (relevant to the job) so that you impress the employer immediately with your enthusiasm. Keep all irrelevant personal information out of your answer. Q: Why are you interested in working with this company? There are several different things that an employer may be trying to get at when asking this question. Address them all in your answer, and you’ll have a successful interview. Those things include: * What do you actually know about our company? * What skills do you bring to the company? * Why are you even looking for a job in the first place? * Why are you looking at getting a job that is below the status / pay of a previous job you’ve held? Answer this common interview question by doing your research about the company and position before the interview and choosing a fact about the company that really interests you. Highlight this fact in the interview as a reason you want to work with the company, and then explain concisely how your skills dovetail with this. If you are applying...
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...Behavior-Based Interview Questions B What are behavior-based interview questions? Behavior-based interview questions are developed around the skills or abilities the employer desires for the position. By asking these questions, employers can get a sense of how the applicant will perform, fit into the work environment, and respond to common job pressures. Flexibility/Adaptability Sample interview questions for this competency are as follows: ► ► ► ► Tell me about a situation where you had to quickly adjust to a change in your department or team priorities. How did this change affect you? Describe a time you had to meet a scheduled deadline while your work was being interrupted continuously. What was most difficult about this and how did you handle it? Tell me about a time a significant change was made within your company or organization. How did the change affect you? Give me an example of a time when you had to balance multiple responsibilities at once. What did you do to keep organized? How did you prioritize your tasks? Appreciating and Valuing Diversity Sample interview questions for this competency are as follows: ► ► ► Interacting with coworkers or customers from different backgrounds or cultures can be challenging at times. Tell me about a challenging time you were faced with a person from a different background or culture. In your own words, describe what diversity means to you. Give me an example of different types of individuals you have worked with...
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...Interview skills Interviews are designed to find out: * Can you do the job – experience and skills * Will you do the job – motivation * Do you fit in – culture and team Two main types of question – general and competency Good opportunity to find out about the organisation your are going for Types of interview First interview: telephone interview, CV or Application form based, case study, selection tests Second interview: 1 to 1 or panel interview Competency based Academic or technical Assessment centre (Ask what sort of interview to expect!) General questions * Tell me about yourself * Tell us about your relevant experience * Greates achievement ? experiences ? future goal ? * Give answers structure – don’t ramble * Your chance to paint your own portrait (relation to job, industry, etc) * Define the context * Be prepared with specific answers (research crucial) comparision based on the job description * Think about what they might ask you or what you have said already Competency based questions Use past behaviour indicates future success Objective way of comparing you to others Relate to skills and behaviour needed for the role Interviewers decide beforehand which type of answers score positive points They look for scenarios Identify competencies for the job your are seeking (company website, advert, job descriptions) Compare these against your background Avoid jargon !!! plan answer good examples !!!!!!!! Analytical...
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...INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT: EXIT INTERVIEWS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION………………………………………………………………PAGE 3 2. CORRECT TIMMING OF THE INTERVIEW……………………………..PAGE 4 3. WHEN & HOW TO USE THE INFORMATION……………………………PAGE 6 4. STEPS TO AN EFFECTIVE EXIT INTERVIEW…………………………..PAGE 7 5. CONCLUSION…………………………………………………………………PAGE 9 6. REFERENCES…………………………………………………………………PAGE 10 INTRODUCTION Exit interviews are conducted with departing employees, just before they leave. Participation in exit interviews by the employee is voluntary but, the primary aim of the exit interview is to learn reasons for the person's departure, on the basis that the information will be a helpful driver for organizational improvement. Exit interviews are also an opportunity for the Organization to enable transfer of knowledge and experience from the departing employee to a successor or replacement, or even to brief a team on current projects and issues. Good exit interviews should also yield useful information about the University as an employer, to assess and improve all aspects of the working environment, culture, processes and systems, management and development, etc. Exit interviews are a unique opportunity to survey and analyze the opinions of departing employees, who generally are more forthcoming, constructive and objective than staff still in post. From the departing employee perspective, an exit interview is a chance to give some constructive feedback. Exit interviews are an extremely important...
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